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Louise Erdrich

The Plague Of Doves

Louise ErdrichFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008

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Louise Erdrich

The Plague Of Doves

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

North Dakota • 1910s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

960L

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The Plague of Doves by Louise Erdrich, published in 2009, examines the aftermath of the Lochren family massacre in North Dakota, including the wrongful lynching of Native American men, and explores the intricate relationships and generational trauma between Native Americans and white settlers. Sensitive topics include historical and racial violence, abuse, and mental health struggles.

Mysterious

Melancholic

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.0

19,396 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Louise Erdrich's The Plague Of Doves captivates with its intricate narrative and rich character development, skillfully weaving multiple generations and perspectives. Praised for its evocative prose and profound themes, it, however, faces criticism for its complex, sometimes disjointed structure which may challenge reader engagement. Highly recommended for its literary artistry.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Plague Of Doves?

A reader who enjoys complex, multi-generational narratives and richly interwoven stories of community and history like those in Louise Erdrich's The Plague of Doves would also appreciate novels such as Toni Morrison’s Beloved or Gabriel Garcia Marquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude for their poignant exploration of cultural heritage and interconnected lives.

4.0

19,396 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

North Dakota • 1910s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

960L

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