Storyteller by Leslie Marmon Silko

Storyteller

Leslie Marmon Silko

278 pages first pub 1980 (editions)

fiction poetry short stories challenging emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

A collection of stories focuses on contemporary Native American concerns--white injustice, the fragmenting of the Indian community, and the loss of tribal identity--and recalls Indian legends and tribal stories.

Community Reviews Summary of 131 reviews

Moods

informative 85%
emotional 57%
challenging 42%
reflective 42%
inspiring 28%
adventurous 14%
hopeful 14%
mysterious 14%

Pace

slow 57%
medium 42%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Plot: 40% | N/A: 20%

Strong character development?

N/A: 60% | It's complicated: 40%

Loveable characters?

N/A: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | N/A: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

N/A: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.85

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