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A Tidewater Morning

William Styron
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A Tidewater Morning

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1993

Book Brief

William Styron

A Tidewater Morning

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1993
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

4.1

1,619 ratings

71%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

William Styron’s A Tidewater Morning enjoys acclaim for its lyrical prose and evocative depiction of childhood in Tidewater, Virginia. Critics commend its introspective narratives and stylistic elegance. However, some note its slow pace and melancholic tone may deter readers seeking a more dynamic plot. Overall, it’s praised for its emotional depth and reflective storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Tidewater Morning?

A reader who cherishes reflective, lyrical prose and poignant, coming-of-age themes, akin to works like Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird or Truman Capote's Other Voices, Other Rooms, will find A Tidewater Morning by William Styron profoundly moving and masterfully crafted.

4.1

1,619 ratings

71%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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