The Anthologist by Nicholson Baker

243 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction poetry reflective slow-paced

Description

The Anthologist is narrated by Paul Chowder -- a once-in-a-while-published kind of poet who is writing the introduction to a new anthology of poetry. He's having a hard time getting started because his career is floundering, his girlfriend Roz has...

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Community Reviews Summary of 165 reviews

Moods

reflective 57%
funny 42%
informative 42%
lighthearted 42%
inspiring 14%

Pace

slow 57%
medium 42%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 83% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.65

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