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221 pages • first pub 1982 (editions)
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Language: Dutch
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Het verhaal van een jongen by Edmund White is a poignant and powerful coming-of-age story that will resonate deeply with readers who have experienced the struggles of self-discovery, particularly those in the LGBTQIA+ community, and are looking for a lyrical and emotional exploration of identity, love, and the transformative power of art.
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Originally published in 1982 as the first of Edmund White's trilogy of autobiographical novels, A Boy's Own Story became an instant classic for its pioneering portrayal of homosexuality. The book's unnamed narrator, growing up during the 1950s, is...
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Moods
reflective: 77%
emotional: 52%
sad: 27%
dark: 22%
challenging: 20%
funny: 9%
hopeful: 4%
tense: 4%
adventurous: 2%
relaxing: 2%
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Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
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Graphic
Adult/minor relationship, Homophobia, Mental illnessModerate
Domestic abuse, Pedophilia, Sexual assaultMinor
Racism, Sexism, Incest221 pages • first pub 1982 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: Dutch
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Het verhaal van een jongen by Edmund White is a poignant and powerful coming-of-age story that will resonate deeply with readers who have experienced the struggles of self-discovery, particularly those in the LGBTQIA+ community, and are looking for a lyrical and emotional exploration of identity, love, and the transformative power of art.
Description
Originally published in 1982 as the first of Edmund White's trilogy of autobiographical novels, A Boy's Own Story became an instant classic for its pioneering portrayal of homosexuality. The book's unnamed narrator, growing up during the 1950s, is...
Community Reviews
Moods
reflective: 77%
emotional: 52%
sad: 27%
dark: 22%
challenging: 20%
funny: 9%
hopeful: 4%
tense: 4%
adventurous: 2%
relaxing: 2%
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
Adult/minor relationship, Homophobia, Mental illnessModerate
Domestic abuse, Pedophilia, Sexual assaultMinor
Racism, Sexism, Incest