Babel 17 by Samuel R. Delany

Babel 17

Samuel R. Delany

193 pages first pub 1966 (editions)

fiction classics science fiction speculative fiction adventurous challenging fast-paced

Description

Science fiction-roman.

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Moods

adventurous 89%
mysterious 59%
challenging 52%
reflective 28%
tense 18%
informative 11%
emotional 8%
dark 7%
funny 7%
lighthearted 6%
inspiring 5%
hopeful 4%
sad 1%

Pace

fast 46%
medium 44%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Plot: 38% | Character: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 26%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 21%

Average rating

3.64

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