The Comet by W.E.B. Du Bois

The Comet

W.E.B. Du Bois

13 pages • first pub 1920 (editions)

fiction classics science fiction short stories challenging informative reflective slow-paced

Description

In a vaguely futuristic yet oddly contemporary world, a passing comet casts a shadow of death over Manhattan. Only two survive: a black man whose world has been one of poverty and hard work, and a white woman who knows only leisure and privilege. ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 94 reviews

Moods

dark 93%
reflective 56%
challenging 43%
emotional 43%
sad 43%
tense 43%
mysterious 25%
adventurous 12%
hopeful 12%
funny 6%

Pace

medium 43%
fast 37%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Character: 20% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 20% | Yes: 13%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 57% | No: 28% | Yes: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 64% | Yes: 28% | No: 7%

Average rating

3.97

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