Chronicle in Stone by Ismail Kadare

Chronicle in Stone

Ismail Kadare with Arshi Pipa (Translator)

301 pages • first pub 1971 (editions)

fiction historical challenging reflective slow-paced
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Masterful in its simplicity, Chronicle in Stone is a touching coming-of-age story and a testament to the perseverance of the human spirit. Surrounded by the magic of beautiful women and literature, a boy must endure the deprivations of war as he s...

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Community Reviews Summary of 219 reviews

Moods

emotional 58%
informative 58%
reflective 58%
sad 58%
dark 29%
funny 29%
adventurous 23%
challenging 17%
hopeful 11%
lighthearted 11%
mysterious 11%
relaxing 5%
tense 5%

Pace

slow 55%
medium 33%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 46% | A mix: 38% | Character: 15%

Strong character development?

No: 70% | It's complicated: 30%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 45% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.88

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