The Loneliness of the Long-Distance Runner by Alan Sillitoe

The Loneliness of the Long-Distance Runner

Alan Sillitoe

fiction classics short stories reflective medium-paced

176 pages | first published 1959

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Summary of 94 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 50%
funny 50%
challenging 25%
dark 25%
inspiring 25%
sad 25%
tense 25%

Pace

fast 75%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.72

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