A review by mad_henshall
Zorba the Greek by Nikos Kazantzakis

adventurous challenging dark funny inspiring reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Sparked discussions about...
  • misogyny
  • Greece

Disturbed by...
  • the male gaze
  • the depiction of women as non-/sub- human 
  • the monk

Loved...
  • the descriptions of nature
  • the dancing
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