Henderson the Rain King
by Saul Bellow
1,350
Total Points
#376
- Pages
- 352
- Published
- Dec 1st, 1958
- Award(s)
- Nobel Prize in Literature (1976)
The novel examines the midlife crisis of Eugene Henderson, an unhappy millionaire. The story concerns Henderson's search for meaning. A larger-than-life 55-year-old who has accumulated money, position, and a large family, he nonetheless feels unfulfilled. He makes a spiritual journey to Africa, where he draws emotional sustenance from experiences with African tribes.
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Nov 6th, 2017
I know I'm supposed to like this...but I just couldn't get into it.....
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