Sweat by Zora Neale Hurston

233 pages first pub 1926 (editions)

fiction classics short stories reflective fast-paced

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Now frequently anthologized, Zora Neale Hurston's short story "Sweat" was first published in Firell, a legendary literary magazine of the Harlem Renaissance, whose sole issue appeared in November 1926. Among contributions by Gwendolyn Bennett, Cou...

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Moods

dark 100%
emotional 100%
sad 66%
tense 66%
inspiring 33%
reflective 33%
relaxing 33%

Pace

medium 40%
fast 40%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

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3.75

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