50 pages 1 hour read

Jenny Erpenbeck

Go, Went, Gone

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Reviews & Readership

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Jenny Erpenbeck's Go, Went, Gone is lauded for its poignant exploration of Europe's refugee crisis, blending profound empathy with a reflective narrative. Critics praise its emotional depth, nuanced character development, and stark societal commentary. However, some find its pace slow and narrative style distant. Overall, it's an impactful read on human displacement.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Go, Went, Gone?

Readers who would enjoy Go, Went, Gone by Jenny Erpenbeck are those interested in contemporary social issues, particularly immigration and displacement. Fans of The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead or Exit West by Mohsin Hamid will appreciate its poignant exploration of human rights and identity within modern society.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Values/Ideas: Music
Genre
Modern Classic Fiction
Topics
History: World
Politics / Government