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Unterzakhn

Leela Corman
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Unterzakhn

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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Leela Corman

Unterzakhn

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1910s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Unterzakhn by Leela Corman is a graphic novel exploring the lives of twin sisters growing up in New York City's Jewish immigrant community in the early 20th century. Readers follow the sisters as they navigate divergent paths, confronting themes of identity, choice, and the complexities of womanhood amidst cultural and societal challenges.

Dark

Mysterious

Gritty

Melancholic

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.8

2,607 ratings

63%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Leela Corman's Unterzakhn is praised for its evocative art and compelling exploration of early 20th-century immigrant life in New York. The narrative delves into themes of identity, family, and feminism, skillfully portrayed through its twin protagonists. However, some critiques mention an overcrowded storyline that could overwhelm new readers. Overall, it's a vivid, thought-provoking graphic novel.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Unterzakhn?

A reader who would enjoy Unterzakhn by Leela Corman is interested in historical fiction and graphic novels, particularly those exploring immigrant experiences in early 20th-century New York. Fans of Art Spiegelman's Maus and Alison Bechdel's Fun Home may appreciate its rich storytelling and cultural depth.

3.8

2,607 ratings

63%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1910s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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