Mythago Wood
Mythago Wood
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Herefordshire, England • 1940s
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Mythago Wood, individuals encounter an ancient, mysterious forest in England that brings mythological and archetypal figures to life. As individuals delve deeper into the wood, they confront personal and collective pasts. The story explores themes of memory, mythology, and the transformative power of the imagination.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Melancholic
Adventurous
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Mythago Wood by Robert Holdstock captivates with its imaginative exploration of myth and memory. Readers praise its rich, atmospheric prose and the inventive merging of psychology with folklore. However, some find its pacing uneven and character depth lacking. Overall, it's a thought-provoking journey into a mythic past that intrigues and challenges.
Who Should Read Mythago Wood?
Readers who enjoy Mythago Wood by Robert Holdstock likely appreciate deeply imaginative and myth-infused stories. This novel is ideal for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings and C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia, who seek complex worlds where folklore and reality intertwine with psychological depth.
11,550 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Herefordshire, England • 1940s
2003
Adult
18+ years
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