41 pages 1 hour read

Ken Kesey

Sometimes a Great Notion

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1964

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Ken Kesey’s Sometimes a Great Notion offers a rich portrayal of a struggling Oregon logging family, praised for its intricate narrative and vivid character development. While the novel’s non-linear structure and shifting perspectives can be challenging, they contribute to its depth. The complex prose and raw depiction of resilience resonate, making it a compelling, albeit demanding, read.

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Who Should Read Sometimes a Great Notion?

A reader who enjoys Sometimes a Great Notion by Ken Kesey likely appreciates complex family dynamics and vivid depictions of nature, akin to themes in John Steinbeck's East of Eden and Norman Maclean's A River Runs Through It. Fans of multi-perspective narratives and rich, immersive storytelling would find this book compelling.

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Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

1020L

Book Details

Genre
Modern Classic Fiction
Drama / Tragedy
Realistic Fiction
Topics
Business / Economics
Class
Relationships
Period
The Beat Generation
Themes
Natural World: Place
Relationships: Siblings
Identity: Masculinity