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Dreams of the Rarebit Fiend

Winsor McCay
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Dreams of the Rarebit Fiend

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1973

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Winsor McCay

Dreams of the Rarebit Fiend

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1973
Book Details
Pages

80

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

1973

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dreams of the Rarebit Fiend by Winsor McCay is a series of early 20th-century comic strips exploring individuals' surreal and often humorous dreams after consuming Welsh rarebit. Each strip showcases a different person's experience, conveying imaginative and bizarre dreamscapes that ultimately reflect the dreamer's anxieties or desires before waking abruptly.

Fantastical

Mysterious

Humorous

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.3

326 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Winsor McCay's Dreams of the Rarebit Fiend showcases his groundbreaking artistry and imaginative storytelling, praised for its surreal and humorous exploration of the subconscious. Critiques focus on its repetitive themes and period-specific humor that might not resonate with modern readers. Nonetheless, it remains a milestone in early comic strips for its creativity and intricate artwork.

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Who Should Read Dreams of the Rarebit Fiend?

A reader who enjoys Dreams of the Rarebit Fiend by Winsor McCay is likely interested in early 20th-century comics, surrealism, and dream sequences. Fans of unpredictable narratives and visual artistry akin to Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll or The Sandman by Neil Gaiman might find it appealing.

4.3

326 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

80

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

1973

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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