Who Has Seen the Wind
Who Has Seen the Wind
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1947
Book Brief
392
Novel • Fiction
Saskatchewan, Canada • 1930s
1947
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Set in 1930s Saskatchewan, W.O. Mitchell’s novel Who Has Seen the Wind follows a young boy named Brian O’Connal as he explores life’s significant spiritual and metaphysical questions. From ages four to eleven, Brian’s mundane rural experiences are punctuated by profound lessons on birth and death, enriched by Mitchell’s depiction of his evolving childhood perspective and emotional depth.
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Melancholic
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Who Has Seen the Wind by W. O. Mitchell is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of prairie life and profound exploration of childhood and growth. Praised for rich character development and lyrical prose, the novel captures the essence of rural Canada. However, some critics find the pace slow and the plot lacking momentum. Overall, it's a treasured classic with resonant themes.
Who Should Read Who Has Seen the Wind?
Readers who enjoy Who Has Seen the Wind by W. O. Mitchell are often fond of coming-of-age narratives set in rural settings. Fans of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger may appreciate Mitchell's exploration of innocence, nature, and the human condition through the eyes of a young boy.
4,458 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
392
Novel • Fiction
Saskatchewan, Canada • 1930s
1947
Adult
14-18 years
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