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576 pages • first pub 1961 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780375707162
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 13 March 2001
Description
An unforgettable story inspired by the Nobel Prize-winning author’s father that has been hailed as one of the twentieth century’s finest novels.In his forty-six short years, Mr. Mohun Biswas has been fighting against destiny to achieve some sembla...
Community Reviews Summary of 792 reviews
Moods
challenging 54%
funny 37%
sad 37%
emotional 32%
dark 25%
tense 15%
lighthearted 8%
informative 6%
hopeful 3%
inspiring 3%
mysterious 3%
relaxing 3%
adventurous 1%
Pace
medium 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 83% | A mix: 9% | Plot: 7%Strong character development?
Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 15%Loveable characters?
No: 67% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 10%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 64% | No: 27% | N/A: 6% | It's complicated: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racial slurs, Racism, Animal deathModerate
Sexism, Physical abuse, Mental illnessMinor
Bullying, Violence, Toxic relationship576 pages • first pub 1961 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780375707162
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 13 March 2001
Description
An unforgettable story inspired by the Nobel Prize-winning author’s father that has been hailed as one of the twentieth century’s finest novels.In his forty-six short years, Mr. Mohun Biswas has been fighting against destiny to achieve some sembla...
Community Reviews Summary of 792 reviews
Moods
challenging 54%
funny 37%
sad 37%
emotional 32%
dark 25%
tense 15%
lighthearted 8%
informative 6%
hopeful 3%
inspiring 3%
mysterious 3%
relaxing 3%
adventurous 1%
Pace
medium 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 83% | A mix: 9% | Plot: 7%Strong character development?
Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 15%Loveable characters?
No: 67% | It's complicated: 21% | Yes: 10%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 64% | No: 27% | N/A: 6% | It's complicated: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racial slurs, Racism, Animal deathModerate
Sexism, Physical abuse, Mental illnessMinor
Bullying, Violence, Toxic relationship