The Dangling Man by Saul Bellow

The Dangling Man

Saul Bellow

missing page info Add in missing page information first pub 1944 (editions)

fiction classics challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

Written in 1944, Dangling Man takes the form of the journal of a young man waiting to be drafted. He has received notice, but a series of mix-ups keeps him waiting for the official call to arms.

Community Reviews Summary of 153 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
challenging 33%
emotional 33%
tense 22%
adventurous 11%

Pace

medium 54%
slow 36%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 11%

Loveable characters?

No: 77% | It's complicated: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.31

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