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Omensetter's Luck

William H. Gass
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Omensetter's Luck

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997

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William H. Gass

Omensetter's Luck

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

315

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Gilean, Ohio • 1890s

Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Omensetter's Luck by William H. Gass explores the impact of Brackett Omensetter, an enigmatic individual, on a small Ohio town. The narrative delves into the lives and perspectives of its residents, particularly Reverend Jethro Furber, revealing themes of faith, jealousy, and the nature of luck. The novel intricately weaves character studies with philosophical reflections.

Mysterious

Dark

Contemplative

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

2,364 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Omensetter's Luck by William H. Gass is lauded for its intricate language and philosophical depth, offering a richly rewarding but challenging read. While some praise its narrative innovation and vivid character exploration, others find it dense and difficult to follow. The novel's experimental style is both its strength and its potential barrier to accessibility.

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Who Should Read Omensetter's Luck?

A reader who appreciates Omensetter's Luck would likely enjoy complex narratives and lyrical prose akin to Faulkner's The Sound and the Fury. Lovers of philosophical themes and richly crafted language, similar to Pynchon's Gravity's Rainbow, will find this novel captivating.

4.4

2,364 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

315

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Gilean, Ohio • 1890s

Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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