Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Misogyny, Racism, SexismModerate
Homophobia, Adult/minor relationship, Domestic abuseMinor
Drug useCommunity Reviews
Summary of 14602 reviews
Moods
reflective 54%
funny 21%
inspiring 21%
challenging 19%
emotional 17%
lighthearted 15%
sad 11%
dark 10%
hopeful 10%
relaxing 5%
tense 5%
informative 3%
mysterious 3%
Pace
slow 38%
fast 21%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 67% | A mix: 22% | Plot: 7% | N/A: 2%Strong character development?
No: 50% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
No: 55% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 16%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 69% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 12%Average rating
310 pages | first published 1957
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ISBN/UID: 9780140185218
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Publication date: 05 September 1957
Description
In its time, Kerouac's masterpiece was the bible of the Beat Generation. Now, this modern classic goes racing toward the sunset with unforgettable exuberance, poignancy, and autobiographical passion, swinging to the solemn rhythms of 1950's underg...Book Information
310 pages | first published 1957
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ISBN/UID: 9780140185218
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Publication date: 05 September 1957
Description
In its time, Kerouac's masterpiece was the bible of the Beat Generation. Now, this modern classic goes racing toward the sunset with unforgettable exuberance, poignancy, and autobiographical passion, swinging to the solemn rhythms of 1950's underg...Book information
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Misogyny, Racism, SexismModerate
Homophobia, Adult/minor relationship, Domestic abuseMinor
Drug useCommunity Reviews
Summary of 14602 reviews
Moods
reflective 54%
funny 21%
inspiring 21%
challenging 19%
emotional 17%
lighthearted 15%
sad 11%
dark 10%
hopeful 10%
relaxing 5%
tense 5%
informative 3%
mysterious 3%
Pace
slow 38%
fast 21%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 67% | A mix: 22% | Plot: 7% | N/A: 2%Strong character development?
No: 50% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
No: 55% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 16%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 69% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 12%Average rating