A Chorus of Stones
A Chorus of Stones
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1992
Book Brief
384
Book • Nonfiction
1992
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In A Chorus of Stones, Susan Griffin intertwines personal narratives with historical events, emphasizing the interconnectedness of individual and collective experiences, as well as the pervasive influence of denial in perpetuating personal and societal violence. Sensitive topics such as childhood abuse, gender biases, and the impact of wartime atrocities on personal identities are discussed.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Emotional
Dark
Melancholic
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Review Roundup
Susan Griffin's A Chorus of Stones seamlessly intertwines personal narrative with historical analysis, earning praise for its lyrical prose and insightful connections between individual trauma and collective violence. Critics celebrate its ambitious scope and emotional impact but note its dense structure may challenge readers. An evocative yet complex read.
Who Should Read A Chorus of Stones?
A reader who would enjoy A Chorus of Stones by Susan Griffin typically values in-depth historical analysis entwined with personal narrative. Fans of The Gulag Archipelago by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn or The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank would appreciate Griffin’s exploration of war and human experience through a feminist lens.
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384
Book • Nonfiction
1992
Adult
18+ years
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