The Dying Earth by Jack Vance

The Dying Earth

The Dying Earth #1

Jack Vance

fiction classics fantasy science fiction short stories adventurous mysterious fast-paced

782 pages | first published 1950

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New races of man had evolved, new species of beast; science had vanished and magic had arisen to dominate the twilight of our world as it dominated the earth's morning. The Dying Earth is Jack Vance's finest work - a stunning evocation of a world ...
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Summary of 144 reviews

Moods

adventurous 83%
mysterious 58%
lighthearted 25%
dark 16%
challenging 8%
inspiring 8%
reflective 8%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 41%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | Yes: 10%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 44% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 22%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 62% | No: 37%

Average rating

3.62

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