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A Thousand Moons

Sebastian Barry
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A Thousand Moons

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Sebastian Barry

A Thousand Moons

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Tennessee • 1870s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

A Thousand Moons by Sebastian Barry follows Winona, a young Lakota woman, during the aftermath of the American Civil War. Adopted into a loving but unconventional family, Winona navigates the challenges and prejudices of 19th-century Tennessee while seeking justice and understanding in a rapidly changing world. The novel explores themes of identity, resilience, and the search for belonging.

Melancholic

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.1

9,625 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sebastian Barry's A Thousand Moons is praised for its lyrical prose and vivid portrayal of post-Civil War America through the eyes of a Lakota orphan. Critics commend the depth of character development, particularly of Winona. However, some feel the plot occasionally meanders. Overall, the novel is celebrated for its emotional depth and historical insight.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Thousand Moons?

A reader who enjoys A Thousand Moons by Sebastian Barry likely appreciates historical fiction with rich character-driven narratives. They may also enjoy books like The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich and News of the World by Paulette Jiles, which offer immersive storytelling set in post-Civil War America.

4.1

9,625 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Tennessee • 1870s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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