53 pages 1 hour read

Laurence Sterne

The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1759

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Laurence Sterne's The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman is lauded for its innovative narrative and wit. Critics appreciate its playful structure and metatextual elements, offering a fresh perspective on 18th-century literature. However, some find the digressive style and lack of a cohesive plot challenging. This novel remains a polarizing yet influential classic.

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Who Should Read The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman?

A reader who enjoys The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman by Laurence Sterne would appreciate its playful narrative style, digressive storytelling, and satirical wit. Ideal for fans of classics like Don Quixote or Gulliver's Travels, they delight in humorous, unconventional, and metafictional literature.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Classic Fiction
Satire
Humor
Period
Age of Enlightenment
Themes
Life/Time: Mortality & Death
Values/Ideas: Literature
Relationships: Fathers
Topics
History: World