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I found this book listed in "Best Feminist Science Fiction/Fantasy" and that made me curious. What qualities would make this a feminist book?

Alexa Abdalla Feminism doesn't necessarily just have to do with strong "female" characters. Feminism also concerns men, as it advocates for an equality between sexe…moreFeminism doesn't necessarily just have to do with strong "female" characters. Feminism also concerns men, as it advocates for an equality between sexes and an upheaval of the oppressive system of masculinity that prevents either sex from diverging from the stereotypes associated with them. In that way, this book is a feminist tale because it deals with issues of masculinity and men trying to squash their real identities for fear of becoming an outcast. Of course, anti-Semitism is also tied up in those fears, but that's what makes this book so wonderfully complex. (less)

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Two questions. 1. Do we ever get told what became of Tracy Bacon? I think I must have forgotten. Also, how did the coffin reach them at the end? Thanks in advance.

Maggie Lynne I assumed the Golem "found its way" back to Joe because of the business card that had been in his pocket. It was Joe's dad's. Someone must have connec…moreI assumed the Golem "found its way" back to Joe because of the business card that had been in his pocket. It was Joe's dad's. Someone must have connected Joe to his dad and sent the Golem his way.

I once had a suitcase mysteriously show up on my doorstep via an airline because a receipt that listed my name and home address was found in the bag. Yet I have no idea who the bag belonged to or how my receipt (from the post office in Spain!) ended up in this guy's bag. (less)

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Who else found the gay element in this book annoying/condescending? I found it extremely unrealistic that so many people showed understanding toward gay people in the 50s and it is also condescending that the story arc of the gay character only involved him being gay. I wish books would stop including gay characters if their contribution to the overall plot involves just being gay.

Francisca Benavides

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Eva Siegel My assumption was that she was meeting a man but it never really says it was only implied.

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I found this book on a list for Top LGBT/Queer books. Does this book have any LGBT themes in it?

Marc There are several gay themes and scenarios. I found these themes to be informed and validating. I see others disagree, but to me, Chabon is very aware…moreThere are several gay themes and scenarios. I found these themes to be informed and validating. I see others disagree, but to me, Chabon is very aware or did some homework. On one hand I'd like to know why he made Sammy gay, but on the other hand, it doesn't really matter. This is what we get. I loved it.(less)

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