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harry_lemon 's review for:
Invisible Man
by Ralph Ellison
dark
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
4⭐
Oof, this was a doozy.
Even though this book was first published in the 1950s, this story is as timely as ever. The story of the nameless narrator moving through America as a black man is a truly powerful story. What's more, his story is as prominent for non-Black readers as it is for Black readers. I found so many fascinating themes and ideas that really made me ponder how I move through the world, looking at our shared experiences and what it means to truly be human.
I do have to knock this down to a 4-star, purely because I felt that there were parts that were quite lengthy and I did get quite bored at times. However, I do think the overall story leaves an impression on the reader that I think makes it worthwhile to read. Honestly, everyone should read this book.
Oof, this was a doozy.
Even though this book was first published in the 1950s, this story is as timely as ever. The story of the nameless narrator moving through America as a black man is a truly powerful story. What's more, his story is as prominent for non-Black readers as it is for Black readers. I found so many fascinating themes and ideas that really made me ponder how I move through the world, looking at our shared experiences and what it means to truly be human.
I do have to knock this down to a 4-star, purely because I felt that there were parts that were quite lengthy and I did get quite bored at times. However, I do think the overall story leaves an impression on the reader that I think makes it worthwhile to read. Honestly, everyone should read this book.