A Thousand Moons
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
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Novel • Fiction
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Western•
Irish LiteratureTennessee • 1870s
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World History2020
Adult
18+ years
A Thousand Moons by Sebastian Barry follows Winona, a young Lakota woman, during the aftermath of the American Civil War. Adopted into a loving but unconventional family, Winona navigates the challenges and prejudices of 19th-century Tennessee while seeking justice and understanding in a rapidly changing world. The novel explores themes of identity, resilience, and the search for belonging.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Emotional
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Sebastian Barry's A Thousand Moons is praised for its lyrical prose and vivid portrayal of post-Civil War America through the eyes of a Lakota orphan. Critics commend the depth of character development, particularly of Winona. However, some feel the plot occasionally meanders. Overall, the novel is celebrated for its emotional depth and historical insight.
A reader who enjoys A Thousand Moons by Sebastian Barry likely appreciates historical fiction with rich character-driven narratives. They may also enjoy books like The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich and News of the World by Paulette Jiles, which offer immersive storytelling set in post-Civil War America.
9,625 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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272
Novel • Fiction
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Western•
Irish LiteratureTennessee • 1870s
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World History2020
Adult
18+ years
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