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A review by docpacey
The Wake by Paul Kingsnorth
4.0
What are we to make of Buccmaster of Holland, a socman with three oxgangs?
Is his madness understandable, a consequence of the catastrophe that has befallen his village, or simply his own failure to adapt to the upheaval of the order of his way of life?
He has always rejected authority and anything foreign, because he deeply believes his is the one trieuw way and the only way. He is a man of the land, and his unique social position causes him to view both those above him and those below him as unworthy (this is a trait that certainly mirrors the attitudes of modern folk).
He is not likable, nor honorable, nor did I find any sympathy with his plight, and yet his descent made for a compelling read.
This book is a challenge, but not as daunting as it seems at first, due to the repetitive nature of the narrative. It is worth the effort.
Q: 4
E: 4
I: 3
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Is his madness understandable, a consequence of the catastrophe that has befallen his village, or simply his own failure to adapt to the upheaval of the order of his way of life?
He has always rejected authority and anything foreign, because he deeply believes his is the one trieuw way and the only way. He is a man of the land, and his unique social position causes him to view both those above him and those below him as unworthy (this is a trait that certainly mirrors the attitudes of modern folk).
He is not likable, nor honorable, nor did I find any sympathy with his plight, and yet his descent made for a compelling read.
This book is a challenge, but not as daunting as it seems at first, due to the repetitive nature of the narrative. It is worth the effort.
Q: 4
E: 4
I: 3
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