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The Master

Colm Tóibín
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The Master

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Colm Tóibín

The Master

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

339

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Irish Literature

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Europe • 1890s

Topic
LGBTQ+

World History
Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Master by Colm Tóibín explores the life of Henry James, focusing on his personal struggles and experiences from 1895 to 1899. The novel portrays James as he navigates relationships, creativity, and his search for identity, offering insight into the emotional complexities that shaped his literary achievements.

Contemplative

Melancholic

Bittersweet

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

12,557 ratings

69%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Colm Tóibín's The Master offers a deeply introspective and poignant portrayal of Henry James, drawing praise for its elegant prose and nuanced character study. While many appreciate its detailed historical setting and emotional depth, some critique it for a slower pace and lack of dramatic action. Overall, it resonates with fans of literary and character-driven narratives.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Master?

A reader who enjoys The Master by Colm Tóibín likely appreciates intricate character studies, historical fiction, and literary depth. Fans of The Hours by Michael Cunningham or Atonement by Ian McEwan will find similar themes of introspection and emotional complexity compelling.

4.1

12,557 ratings

69%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

339

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Irish Literature

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Europe • 1890s

Topic
LGBTQ+

World History
Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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