The Star Rover
The Star Rover
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
San Quentin State Prison • 1910s
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Star Rover by Jack London follows a character navigating the harsh realities of a San Quentin prison. To escape the physical and psychological torment, the individual learns to transcend pain by exploring past lives through astral projection. This journey offers a profound exploration of human consciousness and resilience amid adversity.
Mysterious
Adventurous
Fantastical
Contemplative
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Star Rover by Jack London receives mixed reviews. Positively, readers praise its imaginative exploration of the human spirit and compelling narrative structure. However, some criticize its dense prose and uneven pacing. Overall, the novel fascinates with its blend of adventure and existential musings, but may not appeal to all due to stylistic choices.
Who Should Read The Star Rover?
A reader captivated by metaphysical exploration akin to The Time Machine by H.G. Wells or existential journeys like Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse would enjoy Jack London's The Star Rover. Fans of introspection, spiritualism, and the human psyche's endurance would find this novel deeply engaging.
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Novel • Fiction
San Quentin State Prison • 1910s
2003
Adult
18+ years
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