Howl and Other Poems by Allen Ginsberg

Howl and Other Poems

Allen Ginsberg

fiction classics poetry reflective slow-paced

56 pages | first published 1956

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The prophetic poem that launched a generation when it was first published in 1965 is here presented in a commemorative hardcover edition The landmark, original publication of Allen Ginsberg's HOWL & Other Poems HOWL & Other Poems, the prop...
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Moods

reflective 69%
dark 51%
challenging 44%
emotional 44%
inspiring 18%
sad 18%
tense 15%
funny 10%
adventurous 9%
hopeful 8%
mysterious 8%
informative 5%
relaxing 3%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

fast 46%
medium 28%
slow 24%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

N/A: 82% | No: 13% | It's complicated: 4%

Loveable characters?

N/A: 73% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 8% | Yes: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 68% | Yes: 22% | No: 6% | It's complicated: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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