The Man Who Folded Himself by David Gerrold

The Man Who Folded Himself

David Gerrold

127 pages • first pub 1973 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous reflective medium-paced

Description

This classic work of science fiction is widely considered to be the ultimate time-travel novel. When Daniel Eakins inherits a time machine, he soon realizes that he has enormous power to shape the course of history. He can foil terrorists, prevent...

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Community Reviews Summary of 360 reviews

Moods

adventurous 73%
reflective 60%
dark 26%
challenging 20%
emotional 20%
lighthearted 20%
informative 13%
inspiring 6%
tense 6%

Pace

fast 73%
medium 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 60% | A mix: 26% | N/A: 6% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 35% | Yes: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 81% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 15%

Average rating

3.67

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