49 pages • 1 hour read
Richard PowersBewilderment
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Review Roundup
Bewilderment by Richard Powers delves into a father's struggle to help his extraordinary, troubled son in a contemporary setting. Reviews praise its emotional depth, intricate prose, and exploration of environmental themes. Some critics found the narrative overly ambitious and occasionally dense. Despite this, the poignant portrayal of familial bonds resonates strongly. MLA Style: Bewilderment. Richard Powers.
Who Should Read Bewilderment?
A reader who enjoys Bewilderment by Richard Powers likely appreciates literary fiction that explores complex emotional and scientific themes. Fans of Powers' The Overstory or Anthony Doerr's All the Light We Cannot See will find resonance in its profound narrative that merges environmental concerns with intimate human experiences.
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