The Colossus of New York by Colson Whitehead

The Colossus of New York

Colson Whitehead

176 pages first pub 2003 (editions)

nonfiction essays travel challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

In a dazzlingly original work of nonfiction, the award-winning novelist Colson Whitehead re-creates the exuberance, the chaos, the promise, and the heartbreak of New York. Here is a literary love song that will entrance anyone who has lived in—or ...

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reflective 80%
inspiring 36%
funny 30%
lighthearted 27%
adventurous 25%
emotional 22%
informative 22%
hopeful 16%
challenging 13%
relaxing 13%
dark 5%
mysterious 5%
sad 2%

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medium 35%
slow 21%

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