A review by amfitting
Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell

emotional sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

The story is an interesting look into Confederate society but even taking it as a product of the time Margaret Mitchell's treatment of black characters is difficult to read. Overtly racist tones and language throughout, while painting a rather idealistic view of the institution of slavery. I appreciated Scarlett's tenacity but found her hard to like as she's about as selfish as they come. 
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