Season of Mists (The Sandman, #4) (1991) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

32%

Season of Mists (The Sandman, #4)1991

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What We Think

Season of Mists is barely woke by today’s standards: diversity arises organically from its mythic premise, rather than feeling imposed. Gaiman presents a genuinely imaginative, pluralistic universe and avoids the typical pitfalls of heavy-handed ideological messaging. A non-woke standout.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Season of Mists mostly values story and mythology over messaging. While it features a diverse cast of mythological and myth-inspired characters, identity isn’t emphasized at the expense of character growth or coherent narrative. Representation seems natural to the world-building, not forced. It’s a refreshing change of pace compared to modern fare, even if there are a few very minor nods to progressive values.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Gaiman’s work often plays with religious and cultural traditions, but in Season of Mists, this comes off as mythic exploration rather than a critique or subversion. Masculinity, family, and morality are allowed complexity, rather than being ridiculed or undermined. There’s irreverence for tradition, but it’s in service of myth and imagination, not political messaging.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The narrative includes characters of many faiths, cosmic backgrounds, and perspectives, allowing for pluralism and disagreement. Traditional views aren’t mocked or one-note villains. There’s a touch of modern moral perspective, but it’s subtle and secondary to the imaginative storytelling.

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