45 pages • 1 hour read
Mordecai RichlerThe Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1959A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Mordecai Richler's The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz is celebrated for its vivid character development and sharp social commentary, portraying the complexities of ambition and ethics. However, some critics find the protagonist's relentless drive off-putting. The novel’s humor and poignant narrative, though, make it a compelling read despite these critiques.
Who Should Read The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz?
A reader who would enjoy The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz by Mordecai Richler is likely captivated by character-driven narratives exploring ambition, identity, and socio-economic challenges. Similar to Saul Bellow's The Adventures of Augie March, this reader appreciates rich, culturally infused settings and complex, flawed protagonists.
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