Review of Tales of the Seventies
Posted: 12 Aug 2021, 04:27
[Following is a volunteer review of "Tales of the Seventies" by David Done.]
Tales of the Seventies by David Done is a compilation of short stories that reveal the hidden secrets of people’s lives, set in the same period mentioned in the title. Just like peeking from behind a curtain, the reader of this book witnesses brief moments in the lives of very different people. The journey takes us through situations such as the devotion of a desperate husband, the grand scheme of a pair of burglars, the awakening of a councilman until we reach the sad ending of Terrence McAkers.
The last part of the book- The Novella Yesteryears Snows - depicts the fate of Jeff and Liz, two characters built by the author to mirror the events that took place in his youth. As mentioned by the author, writing this part was cathartic for him in his journey of grief and regret. The philosophical concepts treated in the Novella deal with one of the most discussed themes in literature: “Who am I?” and “What is my purpose?”. However, sometimes these uncertainties can be fueled by madness, illness, or even in an artificial way. By the end of the book, the reader will understand the stakes of compromise and the following complications.
The first positive aspect of the book is the impeccable editing one can see by reading the first pages of the book. In addition, the concept and the subjects discussed in Tales of the Seventies represent the fundamental struggles of every human being: loss, regret, death, lack of social adaptation, and sometimes even one’s destiny. Above that, the philosophical concepts treated in the Novella complete the book by giving it the sad, bittersweet reality of the truth.
Regarding the negative aspects, the only thing that slightly bothered me was the lack of deepness with which the author described each story. The impersonal way tragic events were described, gave the impression of a superficial insight into the character’s experiences.
I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars for exceptional editing, clear structures, and well-defined concepts. In my opinion, the fact that the author chose to write about such relatable experiences, makes Tales of the Seventies a great book.
I would recommend this book to mature readers who enjoy discovering new experiences. The book is perfect for those who like hearing about other people’s stories and also learn something along the way. I also recommend the book to those who want to broaden their reading choices. This book is the perfect way to start!
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Tales of the Seventies
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Tales of the Seventies by David Done is a compilation of short stories that reveal the hidden secrets of people’s lives, set in the same period mentioned in the title. Just like peeking from behind a curtain, the reader of this book witnesses brief moments in the lives of very different people. The journey takes us through situations such as the devotion of a desperate husband, the grand scheme of a pair of burglars, the awakening of a councilman until we reach the sad ending of Terrence McAkers.
The last part of the book- The Novella Yesteryears Snows - depicts the fate of Jeff and Liz, two characters built by the author to mirror the events that took place in his youth. As mentioned by the author, writing this part was cathartic for him in his journey of grief and regret. The philosophical concepts treated in the Novella deal with one of the most discussed themes in literature: “Who am I?” and “What is my purpose?”. However, sometimes these uncertainties can be fueled by madness, illness, or even in an artificial way. By the end of the book, the reader will understand the stakes of compromise and the following complications.
The first positive aspect of the book is the impeccable editing one can see by reading the first pages of the book. In addition, the concept and the subjects discussed in Tales of the Seventies represent the fundamental struggles of every human being: loss, regret, death, lack of social adaptation, and sometimes even one’s destiny. Above that, the philosophical concepts treated in the Novella complete the book by giving it the sad, bittersweet reality of the truth.
Regarding the negative aspects, the only thing that slightly bothered me was the lack of deepness with which the author described each story. The impersonal way tragic events were described, gave the impression of a superficial insight into the character’s experiences.
I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars for exceptional editing, clear structures, and well-defined concepts. In my opinion, the fact that the author chose to write about such relatable experiences, makes Tales of the Seventies a great book.
I would recommend this book to mature readers who enjoy discovering new experiences. The book is perfect for those who like hearing about other people’s stories and also learn something along the way. I also recommend the book to those who want to broaden their reading choices. This book is the perfect way to start!
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Tales of the Seventies
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon