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The Claw of the Conciliator

Gene Wolfe
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The Claw of the Conciliator

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1982

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Gene Wolfe

The Claw of the Conciliator

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1982
Book Details
Pages

303

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Science Fiction
Setting

Urth • Far Future

Publication Year

1982

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Claw of the Conciliator, second book of Gene Wolfe’s series The Book of the New Sun, readers follow Severian, a torturer's apprentice, as he navigates complex political and personal challenges. Journeying through a richly detailed world, Severian encounters mystical artifacts and diverse individuals, deepening his quest for truth and understanding.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Fantastical

Contemplative

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.1

16,656 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Gene Wolfe's The Claw of the Conciliator continues to captivate with its intricate narrative and rich, layered world-building. Praised for its complex characters and philosophical depth, the novel challenges readers with its dense prose and complex plot structure, which may alienate some. Overall, it is a rewarding yet demanding read for dedicated fantasy enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Claw of the Conciliator?

Readers who enjoy intricate, philosophical fantasy akin to The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien or Dune by Frank Herbert will be captivated by Gene Wolfe's The Claw of the Conciliator. They appreciate complex narratives, allegorical depth, and lush world-building.

4.1

16,656 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

303

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Science Fiction
Setting

Urth • Far Future

Publication Year

1982

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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