256 pages • first pub 1996 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780007292813
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Flamingo
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Set in the 19th century, this collection of short fiction takes its impulse from the world of science. Interweaving historical and fictional characters, it illuminates the secret passion of those driven by a devotion to the natural world.
Community Reviews Summary of 189 reviews
Moods
reflective 75%
emotional 41%
adventurous 33%
dark 33%
challenging 16%
funny 16%
inspiring 16%
hopeful 8%
lighthearted 8%
relaxing 8%
sad 8%
Pace
slow 33%
fast 11%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 71% | A mix: 28%Strong character development?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 12%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%Average rating
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256 pages • first pub 1996 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780007292813
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Flamingo
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Set in the 19th century, this collection of short fiction takes its impulse from the world of science. Interweaving historical and fictional characters, it illuminates the secret passion of those driven by a devotion to the natural world.
Community Reviews Summary of 189 reviews
Moods
reflective 75%
emotional 41%
adventurous 33%
dark 33%
challenging 16%
funny 16%
inspiring 16%
hopeful 8%
lighthearted 8%
relaxing 8%
sad 8%
Pace
slow 33%
fast 11%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 71% | A mix: 28%Strong character development?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 12%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%Average rating
Content Warnings
This book doesn't have any content warnings yet!
If you're the author of this book and want to add author-approved content warnings, please email us at [email protected] to request the content warning form.