Civil to Strangers and Other Writings by Barbara Pym

Civil to Strangers and Other Writings

Barbara Pym

398 pages first pub 1988 (editions)

fiction short stories reflective slow-paced

Description

When Pym died in 1980, she left behind unpublished manuscripts in various stages of completion. This volume brings us the last complete novel, portions of three others, four short stories, and an autobiographical essay.

Community Reviews Summary of 45 reviews

Moods

funny 66%
lighthearted 66%
reflective 33%
relaxing 33%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | N/A: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.63

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