The Snowman by Raymond Briggs

The Snowman

Raymond Briggs

32 pages first pub 1978 (editions)

fiction childrens mysterious medium-paced

Description

Illustrated in full color, this is a wordless story. The pictures have "the hazy softness of air in snow." A little boy rushes out into the wintry day to build a snowman, which comes alive in his dreams that night. The boy invites him home and in ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 754 reviews

Moods

emotional 50%
lighthearted 40%
relaxing 40%
hopeful 30%
sad 30%
adventurous 20%
dark 10%
funny 10%
informative 10%
inspiring 10%
reflective 10%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | Character: 28% | N/A: 14%

Strong character development?

N/A: 62% | No: 25% | Yes: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 87% | N/A: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | N/A: 14% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 57% | N/A: 42%

Average rating

4.17

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