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Highland River

Neil M. Gunn
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Highland River

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997

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Neil M. Gunn

Highland River

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

242

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction
Setting

Scotland • Early 20th century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Highland River by Neil M. Gunn explores the journey of a young man named Kenn, who reconnects with his youth and identity through memories of life in the Scottish Highlands. Interwoven with themes of nature and personal discovery, the narrative reflects on the influence of past experiences on one's present life.

Nostalgic

Contemplative

Serene

Melancholic

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.0

330 ratings

67%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Neil M. Gunn's Highland River is lauded for its evocative prose and deep exploration of memory and self. Readers appreciate the vivid depiction of the Scottish landscape and its impact on the protagonist’s journey. Some criticism arises from its introspective narrative, which may slow the pace. Overall, it's praised for its lyrical quality and philosophical depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Highland River?

Readers who enjoy Neil M. Gunn’s Highland River are typically drawn to lyrical prose and themes of nature and self-discovery. Fans of Virginia Woolf’s To the Lighthouse or James Joyce’s A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man would appreciate its introspective narrative and exploration of time and memory.

4.0

330 ratings

67%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

242

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction
Setting

Scotland • Early 20th century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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