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Rant: An Oral Biography of Buster Casey

Chuck Palahniuk
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Rant: An Oral Biography of Buster Casey

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Chuck Palahniuk

Rant: An Oral Biography of Buster Casey

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Midwest • Near Future

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Rant: An Oral Biography of Buster Casey by Chuck Palahniuk chronicles the chaotic life of Buster "Rant" Casey through interviews and testimonies from people who knew him. The narrative reveals his impact on those around him and delves into themes of identity, society, and rebellion, presented through a collage of voices and perspectives.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

69,524 ratings

66%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rant: An Oral Biography of Buster Casey by Chuck Palahniuk has received mixed reviews. Critics praise its innovative narrative style and dark humor, but some find its fragmented storytelling challenging and the subject matter disturbing. The novel’s unique approach captivates fans of unconventional literature, while it may alienate traditional readers.

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Who Should Read Rant: An Oral Biography of Buster Casey?

A reader who enjoys dark, twisted narratives and unconventional storytelling will appreciate Chuck Palahniuk's Rant: An Oral Biography of Buster Casey. Fans of Palahniuk's Fight Club, as well as those who enjoy the satirical and dystopian elements found in Anthony Burgess's A Clockwork Orange, will find this novel particularly engaging.

4.2

69,524 ratings

66%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Midwest • Near Future

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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