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Literary Fiction· International

A Little Yellow Dog (Easy Rowlins Mysteries)

by Walter Mosley
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Publishers Weekly
Published 1996English
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About This Book

Walter Mosley's A Little Yellow Dog (Easy Rowlins Mysteries) (1996) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. Published in 1996, A Little Yellow Dog (Easy Rowlins Mysteries) by Walter Mosley is a landmark work of literary fiction that explores the complexities of human experience with depth and nuance.

Book Details

AuthorWalter Mosley
Published1996
Country of OriginInternational
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9781846328503
Editorial Score30/100
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Editorial Assessment

Walter Mosley published A Little Yellow Dog (Easy Rowlins Mysteries) in 1996, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of literary fiction from International. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation. With an editorial score of 30/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. What distinguishes A Little Yellow Dog (Easy Rowlins Mysteries) is how it handles its central concerns — the human condition — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. A Little Yellow Dog (Easy Rowlins Mysteries) reflects Walter Mosley's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with International's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Publishers Weekly
notable · national
199630
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About the Author
Walter Mosley
International
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Walter Mosley is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of mystery thriller.

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A Little Yellow Dog (Easy Rowlins Mysteries) by Walter Mosley is a celebrated work of literary fiction published in 1996. It is widely regarded as an important contribution to its genre, exploring themes that resonate with readers across generations.

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A Little Yellow Dog (Easy Rowlins Mysteries) was written by Walter Mosley, first published in 1996. Walter Mosley is recognized as a significant author in the field of literary fiction.

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A Little Yellow Dog (Easy Rowlins Mysteries) was first published in 1996. It has since become a well-regarded work in the literary fiction genre, read by audiences around the world.

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