The Sword in the Stone by T.H. White

The Sword in the Stone

The Once and Future King #1

T.H. White

288 pages • first pub 1938 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy historical adventurous slow-paced

Description

Growing up in a colorful world peopled by knights in armor and fair damsels, foul monsters and evil witches, young Arthur slowly learns the code of the gentleman. Under the wise guidance of Merlin, the all-powerful magician for whom life progresse...

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Moods

adventurous 97%
lighthearted 59%
funny 48%
emotional 12%
reflective 12%
hopeful 8%
informative 8%
relaxing 8%
inspiring 6%
mysterious 6%
challenging 4%
dark 2%

Pace

slow 47%
medium 39%
fast 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Character: 40% | Plot: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 43% | No: 34% | It's complicated: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 15% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 78% | It's complicated: 11% | Yes: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 55% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 17% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

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