by Carson McCullers
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When she was only twenty-three this, Carson McCullers's first novel, created a literary sensation. She is very special, one of America's superlative ...
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I mistakenly was reading the wrong book, and only read the Sparks Notes version of the book. With all the great discussion I will definitely go back and read it now.
I wanted to enjoy this book, but I found it gloomy and pointless. The book is well written and I assume that is why it is critically acclaimed. It leaves you in a place most would never voluntarily go; a place with no hope.
This is a well-written and critically praised book and for good reason. The subject matters of social isolation, poverty, and inter-racial relationships in the US South during the Depression are very heavy topics. Although the author deals with all of the topics in a gritty and serious manner, the picture painted is very bleak and gloomy. Although I can recommend this as a book for individuals to read, I don't really think it will be suitable for all book clubs (especially due to the dark and difficult themes).
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