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Book Reviews of The Counterlife

The Counterlife
The Counterlife
Author: Philip Roth
ISBN-13: 9780374130268
ISBN-10: 0374130264
Publication Date: 1/1/1987
Pages: 324
Rating:
  • Currently 2.5/5 Stars.
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2.5 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Farrar Straus Giroux
Book Type: Hardcover
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Helpful Score: 1
I had ordered and read this books for a 20th century American Novels course. Although the narrative frame was very interesting and that seemed to be what was pointed out most by the professor, I felt a different book would have better suited this (i.e. O'Brien going after Cacciato). The subject matter in the novel is slightly controversial which is why I felt the conversation surrounding this work by Roth did not focus much on that. Novel brings up interesting points/themes, but this is not one of my favorite novels by any means. Plus, none of the characters are very likable/relate-able
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Good novel.
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Not for everybody, but a great novel for those who enjoy metafiction!
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This is unlike any book Philip Roth has written before. A book of astonishing 180 degree turns, conflicting perspectives and points of view and his most radical work of fiction.
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It's Philip Roth. Nothing more needs to be said.