A Meaningful Life
A Meaningful Life
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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American Literature•
Modern Classic FictionBrooklyn, New York • 1960s
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US History2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A Meaningful Life by L.J. Davis follows a person named Lowell Lake, who moves to New York City seeking purpose and personal fulfillment. As Lowell renovates a dilapidated Brooklyn brownstone, he navigates the complexities of ambition, identity, and existential quest, revealing the challenges of creating a meaningful life amidst urban chaos.
Dark
Gritty
Melancholic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
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Review Roundup
A Meaningful Life by L.J. Davis presents a satirical and darkly humorous exploration of urban ambition and personal dissatisfaction. Readers appreciate the incisive wit and portrayal of 1970s New York City. Some critics note the protagonist's bleak outlook and unlikable nature, which may deter certain audiences. Overall, the novel provides an engaging critique of existential and societal themes.
Who Should Read A Meaningful Life?
A reader fascinated by urban satire and existential themes will enjoy L.J. Davis's A Meaningful Life. Fans of Saul Bellow's Herzog or John Kennedy Toole's A Confederacy of Dunces will appreciate its exploration of personal ambition, absurdity, and the quest for meaning within the urban landscape.
950 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
214
Novel • Fiction
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American Literature•
Modern Classic FictionBrooklyn, New York • 1960s
•
US History2009
Adult
18+ years
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