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448 pages • first pub 1934 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780679736417
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 03 December 1991
Description
Originally published in 1934, Seven Gothic Tales, the first book by "one of the finest and most singular artists of our time" (The Atlantic), is a modern classic. Here are seven exquisite tales combining the keen psychological insight characterist...
Community Reviews Summary of 192 reviews
Moods
dark 77%
mysterious 55%
sad 44%
emotional 33%
challenging 22%
adventurous 11%
funny 11%
hopeful 11%
relaxing 11%
tense 11%
Pace
medium 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 66% | Character: 16% | A mix: 16%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 42% | No: 28% | N/A: 28%Loveable characters?
No: 71% | Yes: 28%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 85% | It's complicated: 14%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 71% | No: 28%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Emotional abuse, Sexism, ViolenceMinor
Rape
448 pages • first pub 1934 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780679736417
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 03 December 1991
Description
Originally published in 1934, Seven Gothic Tales, the first book by "one of the finest and most singular artists of our time" (The Atlantic), is a modern classic. Here are seven exquisite tales combining the keen psychological insight characterist...
Community Reviews Summary of 192 reviews
Moods
dark 77%
mysterious 55%
sad 44%
emotional 33%
challenging 22%
adventurous 11%
funny 11%
hopeful 11%
relaxing 11%
tense 11%
Pace
medium 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 66% | Character: 16% | A mix: 16%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 42% | No: 28% | N/A: 28%Loveable characters?
No: 71% | Yes: 28%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 85% | It's complicated: 14%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 71% | No: 28%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Emotional abuse, Sexism, ViolenceMinor
Rape