The Elephant Vanishes by Haruki Murakami

The Elephant Vanishes

Haruki Murakami

327 pages first pub 1993 (editions)

fiction literary magical realism short stories mysterious reflective medium-paced

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Includes the story Barn Burning which is now the basis for the major motion picture Burning In the tales that make up The Elephant Vanishes, the imaginative genius that has made Haruki Murakami an international superstar is on full display. In the...

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Moods

mysterious 75%
reflective 60%
funny 31%
challenging 23%
dark 22%
adventurous 20%
lighthearted 18%
emotional 17%
relaxing 13%
tense 7%
hopeful 5%
inspiring 5%
sad 5%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 20%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Character: 28% | Plot: 15% | N/A: 10%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 38% | No: 33% | N/A: 17% | Yes: 11%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 48% | No: 23% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 48% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 12% | It's complicated: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 27% | N/A: 14% | No: 14%

Average rating

3.74

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