The Atrocity Exhibition by J.G. Ballard

The Atrocity Exhibition

J.G. Ballard

157 pages • first pub 1969 (editions)

fiction science fiction short stories challenging dark reflective slow-paced

Description

The Atrocity Exhibition is J.G. Ballard's most complex, disturbing work, with fabulous photos by Ana Barrado and artwork by Phoebe Gloeckner.

Community Reviews Summary of 336 reviews

Moods

challenging 86%
dark 60%
mysterious 46%
funny 26%
adventurous 20%
reflective 20%
tense 13%
informative 6%
sad 6%

Pace

slow 35%
fast 35%
medium 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

N/A: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

No: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.46

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