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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:book
gptkb:novel |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:television_series
gptkb:graphic_novel gptkb:audiobook television series in development |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:N._K._Jemisin
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| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:Locus_Award_for_Best_Fantasy_Novel
gptkb:Hugo_Award_for_Best_Novel |
| gptkbp:book_cover |
features a vibrant illustration
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| gptkbp:book_format |
gptkb:audiobook
ebook hardcover paperback |
| gptkbp:book_series |
gptkb:The_City_We_Became_Series
|
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:The_Woman_in_White
gptkb:Brooklyn gptkb:Manhattan gptkb:The_Bronx gptkb:Staten_Island gptkb:The_City_of_New_York gptkb:Queen gptkb:The_City Bina The Avatar of New York The City’s avatars |
| gptkbp:character_arc |
empowerment
unity self-discovery |
| gptkbp:character_development |
dynamic
focuses on personal growth explores diverse backgrounds |
| gptkbp:character_relationships |
gptkb:alliances
gptkb:conflict gptkb:friendship |
| gptkbp:conflict |
supernatural forces
cultural clash cultural clashes interdimensional threat human struggles identity struggle Supernatural vs. Human City vs. Invaders Cultural Identity vs. Assimilation |
| gptkbp:cover_artist |
gptkb:Jacket_design_by_Tessa_Marie
gptkb:Jacket_design_by_Lisa_Marie_Pompilio gptkb:Jacket_design_by_Chris_Mc_Grath gptkb:Chris_Mc_Grath gptkb:John_Jude_Palencar Cover art by Chris Mc Grath |
| gptkbp:critical_analysis |
analyzes character dynamics
discusses the role of cities in society examines urban identity |
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Positive
positive generally positive |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:significant
critically acclaimed widely discussed influential inspired fan art and fan fiction exploration of social themes influence on speculative fiction discussions on urban identity exploration of race and culture influenced discussions on urbanism sparked interest in urban fantasy representation of diverse voices discussion of urban issues |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
gptkb:art
gptkb:literature gptkb:music New York City landmarks |
| gptkbp:first_edition |
ebook
hardcover paperback |
| gptkbp:followed_by |
The City We Became: The Great Cities Trilogy Book 2
The City We Became: The City We Became Series Book 2 The City We Became: The City We Became Series Book 3 The City We Became: Book 2 |
| gptkbp:follows |
the battle against an otherworldly threat
|
| gptkbp:format |
Print, e Book, Audiobook
|
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:Fantasy
gptkb:fantasy |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The City We Became
|
| gptkbp:impact |
Literary Community
Fantasy Genre Cultural Discourse |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:historical_events
gptkb:urban_legends gptkb:science_fiction gptkb:mythology gptkb:historical_fiction social issues |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:mythology
gptkb:Lovecraft Social Commentary Urban Fantasy social commentary New York City culture urban fantasy New York culture urban fantasy genre |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:New_York_City
gptkb:social_justice Cultural Diversity cultural diversity multiculturalism Urban Life urban life urban experiences Jemisin's experiences in New York Jemisin's love for New York City New York City as a living entity N. K. Jemisin's experiences in New York |
| gptkbp:isbn |
978-0316509880
978-0316509888 978-0316509811 |
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:The_Bronx
gptkb:Manny gptkb:The_City gptkb:Aisling gptkb:Padmini Yasemin Bronca M. B. M. A. The City itself |
| gptkbp:motif |
gptkb:cultural_heritage
gptkb:diversity gptkb:migration gptkb:cultural_icon gptkb:friendship gptkb:transformation art and culture resilience Identity Crisis gentrification community activism Urban Landscapes community and belonging urban landscapes art and creativity cities as characters cities as living entities community struggles city as a living entity birth and rebirth |
| gptkbp:narrative |
multiple viewpoints
third-person urban fantasy Multiple Perspectives interconnected stories multi-perspective collective voice first-person elements |
| gptkbp:narrative_style |
Third-person
lyrical third-person multiple perspectives experimental contemporary |
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
“ Cities are alive.”
“ We are all the city.” |
| gptkbp:number_of_books |
long
|
| gptkbp:page_count |
448
|
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:The_Great_Cities_Trilogy
|
| gptkbp:plot |
exploration of identity
battle against an otherworldly threat cities personified as characters exploration of cultural diversity friendship and collaboration characters embody the city defend against a mysterious enemy explores the concept of cities as living entities celebration of New York City cities personified battle against a mysterious enemy cities personified as avatars |
| gptkbp:plot_twist |
unexpected alliances
revelations about the city |
| gptkbp:preceded_by |
N. K. Jemisin's previous works
|
| gptkbp:precedes |
The City We Became: The Great Cities Trilogy Book 3
|
| gptkbp:predecessor |
gptkb:The_City_We_Became:_Book_1
gptkb:The_Fifth_Season |
| gptkbp:protagonist |
city avatars
|
| gptkbp:publication_year |
gptkb:2020
|
| gptkbp:published |
gptkb:2020
|
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:Orbit_Books
|
| gptkbp:published_year |
gptkb:2020
|
| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Orbit_Books
gptkb:Orbital |
| gptkbp:reader_demographic |
gptkb:Adult
emotional young adults adults young adult adult adult readers engaged fantasy enthusiasts thought-provoking urban fantasy fans |
| gptkbp:related_works |
gptkb:The_City_We_Became:_The_Graphic_Novel
The City We Became: The Great Cities Trilogy Book 2 The City We Became: The City We Became Series The City We Became: The Great Cities Trilogy Book 3 |
| gptkbp:release_date |
March 24, 2020
|
| gptkbp:sequel |
The City We Became: The City We Became Series
The City We Became: The Great Cities Trilogy Book 1 The City We Became: The City We Became Series Book 2 The City We Fell |
| gptkbp:series |
gptkb:The_City_We_Became_Series
gptkb:The_Great_Cities_Trilogy gptkb:Great_Cities_Trilogy |
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:New_York_City
gptkb:multiverse multicultural vivid |
| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:Dynamic
Descriptive magical realism immersive lyrical Lyrical contemporary vivid vivid characterizations richly detailed world-building blends realism and fantasy |
| gptkbp:successor |
The World We Make
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
gptkb:cultural_identity
gptkb:cultural_heritage gptkb:diversity gptkb:New_York_City gptkb:community cultural diversity resilience belonging urban life unity in diversity Community Strength community strength cultural melting pot struggle for identity cities as characters cities as living entities resilience of communities Cities as Living Beings |
| gptkbp:target_audience |
adult readers
|
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:identity
gptkb:community cultural diversity resilience urban life urban identity |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:identity
gptkb:community cultural diversity Cultural Conflict urban life urban identity urbanism |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:N._K._Jemisin
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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