Alesul by Thomas Mann

Alesul

Thomas Mann with Corneliu Papadopol (Translator), Ioana Pârvulescu (Translator)

missing page info Add in missing page information first pub 1951 (editions)

fiction classics challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

First published in 1951, The Holy Sinner explores a subject that fascinated Thomas Mann to the end of his life—the origins of evil and evil's connection with magic. Here Mann uses a medieval legend about 'the exceeding mercy of God and the birth o...

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Community Reviews Summary of 27 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
reflective 80%
dark 40%
hopeful 40%
mysterious 40%
emotional 20%
funny 20%
inspiring 20%
tense 20%

Pace

fast 60%
slow 20%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 33% | Character: 33% | Plot: 33%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.68

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