The Book of Fantasy by Adolfo Bioy Casares, Silvina Ocampo, Jorge Luis Borges

384 pages first pub 1940 (editions)

fiction fantasy short stories adventurous reflective fast-paced
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Ursula K. LeGuin's amusing and thoughtful introduction explores the history and varieties of fantastic literature and considers its relevance to modern society. This engrossing collection of stories features the works of such writers as J.G. Balla...

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Community Reviews

4.16
based on 124 reviews

Moods

dark: 80%

mysterious: 80%

reflective: 60%

adventurous: 40%

tense: 40%

challenging: 20%

funny: 20%

hopeful: 20%

inspiring: 20%

lighthearted: 20%

relaxing: 20%


Pace

20% of readers chose fast
60% of readers chose medium
20% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

33% of readers chose Plot
66% of readers chose A mix
Plot
A mix

Strong character development?

66% of readers chose Complicated
33% of readers chose No
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

66% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose No
Yes
No

Diverse cast of characters?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus?

33% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
33% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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