Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

by Bright Summaries

Unlock the more straightforward side of Lolita with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov, which is the enthralling and disturbing tale of Humbert, a man in his forties, who falls in love with a young girl, soon becoming her stepfather and taking advantage of this position to pursue a vastly unsettling romance with her and fulfil his illicit desires. Lolita is regarded as one of the prime achievements in 20th century literature, though also among the most controversial, and its assimilation into popular culture is such that the name ‘Lolita' has been used to imply that a young girl is sexually precocious. Nabokov has achieved international prominence, and has been a finalist for the American National Book Award for Fiction seven times. Find out everything you need to know about Lolita in a fraction of the time! This in-depth and informative reading guide brings ·         A complete plot summary ·         Character studies ·         Key themes and symbols ·         Questions for further reflection Why choose BrightSummaries.com? Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time. See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!

24 pages, Paperback

Published October 12, 2016

Reviews

[Pisces51 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Detailed, Easy to Understand, and a Great Assist to Comprehending Time Lines

I have nothing to compare this concise compact guide to, but I did use it some and I liked it a lot. I would consider buying reading guides particularly with classic literature but also with known novels that could use a clarifying statement or two.