Herland by Charlotte Perkins Gilman

176 pages first pub 1915 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy feminism science fiction dark reflective slow-paced

Description

On the eve of World War I, an all-female society is discovered somewhere in the distant reaches of the earth by three male explorers who are now forced to re-examine their assumptions about women’s roles in society.

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Moods

reflective 76%
adventurous 48%
challenging 24%
informative 20%
inspiring 18%
funny 16%
hopeful 10%
mysterious 10%
dark 5%
lighthearted 5%
tense 4%
relaxing 3%
emotional 2%

Pace

medium 46%
slow 42%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 38% | A mix: 32% | Plot: 26% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 32% | No: 30%

Loveable characters?

No: 47% | It's complicated: 41% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 12% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 17% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.34

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