The Book of Promethea by Hélène Cixous

The Book of Promethea

Hélène Cixous with Betsy Wing (Translator)

211 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction feminism lgbtqia+ philosophy poetry reflective slow-paced

Description

In writing Le Livre de Promethea H l ne Cixous set for herself the task of bridging the immeasurable distance between love and language. She describes a love between two women in its totality, experienced as both a physical presence and a sense of...

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Community Reviews Summary of 18 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
reflective 100%
challenging 66%
adventurous 33%
funny 33%
hopeful 33%
inspiring 33%
lighthearted 33%
mysterious 33%

Pace

slow 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | N/A: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

4.18

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