I Malavoglia by Giovanni Verga

322 pages first pub 1881 (editions) user-added

fiction classics challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

This translation is a tragic tale of poverty, honour and survival where the weak go to the wall unmourned.

Community Reviews Summary of 506 reviews

Moods

sad 80%
reflective 47%
challenging 33%
emotional 23%
dark 19%
informative 14%
tense 14%
adventurous 4%
funny 4%

Pace

slow 76%
medium 24%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 33% | Yes: 22%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 40% | No: 40% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

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

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

Average rating

3.18

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