Cosmicomics by William Weaver, Italo Calvino

153 pages first pub 1965 (editions)

fiction science fiction short stories adventurous challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

Italo Calvino's extraordinary imagination and intelligence combine here in an enchanting series of stories about the evolution of the universe. He makes his characters out of mathematical formulae and simple cellular structures. They disport thems...

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Community Reviews Summary of 314 reviews

Moods

reflective 71%
adventurous 38%
funny 38%
challenging 33%
lighthearted 28%
emotional 19%
relaxing 19%
inspiring 14%
mysterious 14%
informative 4%

Pace

slow 45%
medium 45%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Plot: 35% | Character: 14% | N/A: 7%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 43% | No: 37% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 35% | N/A: 23%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 23% | No: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 38% | No: 30% | N/A: 15% | Yes: 15%

Average rating

4.06

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