The Nutcracker by E.T.A. Hoffmann

The Nutcracker

E.T.A. Hoffmann with Joachim Neugroschel (Translator)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

128 pages | first published 1816

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Written in 1816 by one of the leaders of German Romanticism for his children, nephews, and nieces, The Nutcracker captures better than any other story a child’s wonder at Christmas. The gift of a handsomely decorated nutcracker from a mysterious u...
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Summary of 1134 reviews

Moods

adventurous 76%
lighthearted 55%
mysterious 30%
dark 17%
hopeful 14%
relaxing 13%
funny 9%
inspiring 7%
tense 5%
emotional 2%
reflective 2%
challenging 1%

Pace

fast 46%
medium 39%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 20% | Character: 13%

Strong character development?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 16% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 67% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 10% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.7

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