Against the Grain (A Rebours). by Joris-Karl Huysmans
Against the Grain (A Rebours).
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Joris-Karl Huysmans
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Against the Grain (A Rebours).

Joris-Karl Huysmans

missing page info Add in missing page information • first pub 1884 (editions)

fiction classics challenging reflective slow-paced

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Because of his extreme sensitivity to the absurd and grotesque in human affairs, the protagonist of this masterpiece of decadence has estranged himself from society and savors the most bizarre aspects of human existence in his quest for novelty. T...

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Moods

reflective 80%
challenging 51%
dark 25%
funny 20%
informative 20%
emotional 14%
mysterious 14%
inspiring 11%
tense 8%
lighthearted 5%
adventurous 2%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%

Pace

slow 80%
medium 17%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 80% | N/A: 13% | A mix: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 23%

Loveable characters?

No: 68% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 96% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 10%

Average rating

3.52

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