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320 pages • first pub 1592 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780802130860
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Grove Press
Publication date: 12 January 1994
This book is ideal for readers who enjoy timeless adventures blending myth and satire, offering reflective insights into cultural and spiritual themes through a lively, allegorical journey.
Description
Probably the most popular book in the history of the Far East, this classic sixteenth-century novel is a combination of picaresque novel and folk epic that mixes satire, allegory, and history into a rollicking adventure. It is the story of the rog...
Community Reviews
Moods
adventurous: 96%
funny: 77%
lighthearted: 59%
reflective: 15%
inspiring: 13%
challenging: 10%
hopeful: 8%
mysterious: 8%
relaxing: 8%
informative: 7%
emotional: 4%
dark: 3%
tense: 1%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Abortion, Violence, PregnancyModerate
Slavery, Animal death, ConfinementMinor
Torture, Sexual assault, Sexism
320 pages • first pub 1592 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780802130860
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Grove Press
Publication date: 12 January 1994
This book is ideal for readers who enjoy timeless adventures blending myth and satire, offering reflective insights into cultural and spiritual themes through a lively, allegorical journey.
Description
Probably the most popular book in the history of the Far East, this classic sixteenth-century novel is a combination of picaresque novel and folk epic that mixes satire, allegory, and history into a rollicking adventure. It is the story of the rog...
Community Reviews
Moods
adventurous: 96%
funny: 77%
lighthearted: 59%
reflective: 15%
inspiring: 13%
challenging: 10%
hopeful: 8%
mysterious: 8%
relaxing: 8%
informative: 7%
emotional: 4%
dark: 3%
tense: 1%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Abortion, Violence, PregnancyModerate
Slavery, Animal death, ConfinementMinor
Torture, Sexual assault, Sexism