134 pages • first pub 1933 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781590171110
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: NYRB Classics
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Newly translated for this edition.A young Frenchman, Joseph Timar, travels to Gabon carrying a letter of introduction from an influential uncle. He wants work experience; he wants to see the world. But in the oppressive heat and glare of the equat...
Community Reviews Summary of 32 reviews
Moods
tense 50%
challenging 25%
reflective 25%
Pace
medium 50%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 100%Strong character development?
No: 100%Loveable characters?
No: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Alcoholism, Gun violence, Mental illnessModerate
Racism, Murder, AlcoholMinor
Rape
134 pages • first pub 1933 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781590171110
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: NYRB Classics
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Newly translated for this edition.A young Frenchman, Joseph Timar, travels to Gabon carrying a letter of introduction from an influential uncle. He wants work experience; he wants to see the world. But in the oppressive heat and glare of the equat...
Community Reviews Summary of 32 reviews
Moods
tense 50%
challenging 25%
reflective 25%
Pace
medium 50%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 100%Strong character development?
No: 100%Loveable characters?
No: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Alcoholism, Gun violence, Mental illnessModerate
Racism, Murder, AlcoholMinor
Rape