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 Riddley Walker - Russell Hoban
 Riddley Walker - Russell Hoban ... years from now after a nuclear apocalypse.Newest Review: ... It is quite hard to get into; if you've ever tried to read an Irvine Welsh novel, you will understand why. Reading a ... more ... dialect slows your reading speed and understanding significantly! If you don't mind re-reading the odd sentence then this book is for you!
Riddley Walker is the central character and we follow his thoughts as he goes about his life. The description of his interactions and feelings is endearing (if not slightly odd!); he comes across as straightforward and innocent.
As you read, you discover more about their way of life, which has been compared to Iron Age Britain, and all the weird and wonderfu traditions and celebr...more |
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Riddley Walker - Russell Hoban: There's only one Riddley Walker! (210 words)
by - written on 07/11/09 (Very useful, 19 readings)
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This is a very unusual novel, written in non-standard English and set in a rather dismal post-apocalyptic future! I am a massive fan of this, but would only recommend you read this if you are a regular reader and enjoy a challenge. It is quite hard to get into; if you've ever tried to read an Irvine Welsh novel, you will understand why. Reading a dialect slows your reading speed and understanding significantly! If you don't mind re-reading the odd sentence then this book is for you! Riddley Walker is the central character and we follow his thoughts as he goes about his life. The description of his interactions and feelings is endearing (if not ... Read the complete review
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