168 pages • first pub 1884 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781604245240
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Book Jungle
Publication date: 08 November 2007
Description
Huysmans was a French novelist noted for his vast scope of language, his sensuous descriptions and satirical wit. His pessimistic outlook showed a deep disgust for modern life. Des Esseintes is the main character. He is an exocentric antihero who ...
Community Reviews Summary of 597 reviews
Moods
challenging 51%
dark 25%
funny 20%
informative 20%
emotional 14%
mysterious 14%
inspiring 11%
tense 8%
lighthearted 5%
adventurous 2%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%
Pace
medium 17%
fast 2%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 80% | N/A: 13% | A mix: 6%Strong character development?
No: 50% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 23%Loveable characters?
No: 68% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 6%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 96% | It's complicated: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Animal death168 pages • first pub 1884 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781604245240
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Book Jungle
Publication date: 08 November 2007
Description
Huysmans was a French novelist noted for his vast scope of language, his sensuous descriptions and satirical wit. His pessimistic outlook showed a deep disgust for modern life. Des Esseintes is the main character. He is an exocentric antihero who ...
Community Reviews Summary of 597 reviews
Moods
challenging 51%
dark 25%
funny 20%
informative 20%
emotional 14%
mysterious 14%
inspiring 11%
tense 8%
lighthearted 5%
adventurous 2%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%
Pace
medium 17%
fast 2%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 80% | N/A: 13% | A mix: 6%Strong character development?
No: 50% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 23%Loveable characters?
No: 68% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 6%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 96% | It's complicated: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Animal death