Mr. Bridge
Mr. Bridge
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1981
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Kansas City, Missouri • 1930s
1981
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Mr. Bridge by Evan S. Connell follows Mr. Walter Bridge, a lawyer in 1930s Kansas City. The novel explores his interpersonal relationships, including with his wife and children, and his struggle with societal expectations and personal values. Told through interconnected vignettes, it provides a glimpse into the life of a person navigating family and social dynamics.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Mr. Bridge by Evan S. Connell offers a detailed portrayal of a conventional, upper-middle-class man struggling with emotional restraint and societal expectations. Critics praise the novel's incisive character study and nuanced depiction of mid-20th century America. Some, however, find the protagonist's development stagnant, which may limit engagement.
Who Should Read Mr. Bridge?
A reader who enjoys Mr. Bridge by Evan S. Connell likely appreciates introspective narratives exploring mid-20th century American life and complex family dynamics. Comparable to Revolutionary Road by Richard Yates, such a reader values nuanced character studies within suburban settings, focusing on themes of duty, identity, and discontent.
2,643 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Kansas City, Missouri • 1930s
1981
Adult
18+ years
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