The Colossus of New York by Colson Whitehead

The Colossus of New York

Colson Whitehead

158 pages first pub 2003 (editions)

nonfiction essays travel challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

In a dazzlingly original work of nonfiction, the award-winning novelist Colson Whitehead re-creates the exuberance, the chaos, the promise, and the heartbreak of New York. Here is a literary love song that will entrance anyone who has lived in—or ...

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reflective 78%
inspiring 52%
funny 34%
adventurous 21%
emotional 21%
lighthearted 21%
informative 17%
challenging 13%
hopeful 13%
relaxing 13%
dark 8%
mysterious 4%
sad 4%

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slow 20%

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