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103 pages • first pub 1930 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780140184822
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Publication date: 06 July 2017
Description
Smurov, a fussily self-conscious Russian tutor, shoots himself after a humiliating beating by his mistress husband. Unsure whether his suicide has been successful or not, Smurov drifts around Berlin, observing his acquaintances, but finds he can d...
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Moods
reflective: 72%
mysterious: 60%
dark: 46%
challenging: 37%
funny: 23%
emotional: 12%
tense: 10%
sad: 9%
lighthearted: 5%
inspiring: 4%
adventurous: 3%
hopeful: 3%
relaxing: 1%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Suicide, Suicide attempt, Schizophrenia/PsychosisModerate
Gun violence, Suicidal thoughtsMinor
Homophobia, Infidelity
103 pages • first pub 1930 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780140184822
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Publication date: 06 July 2017
Description
Smurov, a fussily self-conscious Russian tutor, shoots himself after a humiliating beating by his mistress husband. Unsure whether his suicide has been successful or not, Smurov drifts around Berlin, observing his acquaintances, but finds he can d...
Community Reviews
Moods
reflective: 72%
mysterious: 60%
dark: 46%
challenging: 37%
funny: 23%
emotional: 12%
tense: 10%
sad: 9%
lighthearted: 5%
inspiring: 4%
adventurous: 3%
hopeful: 3%
relaxing: 1%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings