Early Sorrows: For Children and Sensitive Readers by Danilo Kiš

Early Sorrows: For Children and Sensitive Readers

Family Cycle Trilogy #1

Danilo Kiš with Michael Henry Heim

118 pages • first pub 1969 (editions)

nonfiction classics memoir short stories emotional reflective sad fast-paced

Description

A group of linked stories that memorialize Danilo Kis's early years in a Yugoslavian village. The 19 pieces cover his crucial first bereavements and humiliations, striking various tones - from pastorals to exercises in humour.

Community Reviews Summary of 122 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
reflective 66%
sad 66%
dark 50%
adventurous 16%
inspiring 16%
lighthearted 16%
mysterious 16%
relaxing 16%

Pace

fast 57%
medium 28%
slow 14%

Average rating

3.77

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