Botchan by Natsume Soseki

Botchan

Natsume Soseki with J. Cohn (Translator)

Botchan

Natsume Soseki with J. Cohn (Translator)

fiction classics adventurous reflective medium-paced

143 pages

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One of Japan's most treasured novels--new to Penguin Classics A hilarious tale about a young man's rebellion against the system in a country school, Natsume Soseki's Botchan has enjoyed a timeless popularity in Japan. The setting is Japan's deep s...
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Summary of 407 reviews

Moods

funny 76%
lighthearted 76%
reflective 46%
adventurous 38%
relaxing 15%
dark 7%
emotional 7%
hopeful 7%
inspiring 3%
mysterious 3%
tense 3%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 27%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 23% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 15%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 56% | Yes: 31% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 4%

Average rating

3.5

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