50 pages • 1 hour read
George R. StewartEarth Abides
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1949A 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
George R. Stewart's Earth Abides is praised for its compelling exploration of human resilience and nature's reclamation post-apocalypse. The novel's introspective prose and philosophical depth captivate readers, while some find its pace slow and character development lacking. Overall, it remains a thought-provoking and influential work in speculative fiction.
Who Should Read Earth Abides?
Readers who will enjoy Earth Abides by George R. Stewart are those fascinated by post-apocalyptic narratives and the resilience of human nature. Fans of Richard Matheson's I Am Legend and Cormac McCarthy's The Road will appreciate its introspective exploration of survival, societal collapse, and renewal.
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Reading Age
15+yearsLexile Level
960L