The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon
The book follows the lives of two Jewish cousins, one a skilled escape artist and the other a talented artist, before, during, and after World War II. They create a popular comic book superhero, which brings them fame and fortune. However, their success is complicated by personal struggles, including the escape artist's attempts to rescue his family from Nazi-occupied Prague and the artist's struggle with his sexuality. The narrative explores themes of escapism, identity, and the golden age of comic books.
The 268th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 1967
Since this book was first published in 2000, there is a penalty of 41.6%. The age adjusted score is 1148.73.
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