G. by John Berger

336 pages first pub 1972 (view editions)

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G. by John Berger is ideal for readers who appreciate introspective, historically-rooted narratives that explore the complexities of human intimacy and desire through lyrical prose and layered emotional depth.

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In this luminous novel — winner of Britain's prestigious Booker Prize — John Berger relates the story of "G.," a young man forging an energetic sexual career in Europe during the early years of the last century. With profound compassion, Berger ex...

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Community Reviews

3.22
based on 196 reviews

Moods

reflective: 66%

adventurous: 44%

challenging: 33%

mysterious: 22%

dark: 11%

emotional: 11%


Pace

27% of readers chose fast
36% of readers chose medium
36% of readers chose slow
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Plot or character driven?

14% of readers chose Plot
85% of readers chose Character
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Character

Strong character development?

42% of readers chose Yes
28% of readers chose Complicated
28% of readers chose No
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Loveable characters?

42% of readers chose Complicated
57% of readers chose No
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Diverse cast of characters?

16% of readers chose Complicated
83% of readers chose No
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Flaws of characters a main focus?

85% of readers chose Yes
14% of readers chose Complicated
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Complicated

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