Обломов by Ivan Goncharov

Обломов

Ivan Goncharov

640 pages first pub 1859 (editions)

fiction classics challenging reflective slow-paced
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For readers who appreciate introspective and absorbing explorations of the human condition, particularly those fascinated by the complexities of Russian culture and the nuances of decadence, inactivity, and the search for stability, Обломов by Ivan Goncharov is a rich and rewarding literary experience.

Community Reviews

3.99
based on 1,630 reviews

Moods

reflective: 81%

sad: 52%

emotional: 47%

funny: 41%

challenging: 25%

dark: 15%

inspiring: 10%

relaxing: 10%

lighthearted: 9%

hopeful: 8%

tense: 5%

informative: 3%

mysterious: 1%


Pace

2% of readers chose fast
23% of readers chose medium
73% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

7% of readers chose A mix
90% of readers chose Character
1% of readers chose N/A
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

24% of readers chose Yes
34% of readers chose Complicated
41% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

55% of readers chose Yes
24% of readers chose Complicated
20% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

27% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
58% of readers chose No
6% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

98% of readers chose Yes
1% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

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