The Children of Captain Grant: A Play in Five Acts by Jules Verne, Adolphe D'Ennery

The Children of Captain Grant: A Play in Five Acts

Extraordinary Voyages #5

Jules Verne, Adolphe D'Ennery with Frank J. Morlock (Translator)

160 pages first pub 1867 (editions)

fiction classics science fiction adventurous challenging fast-paced

Description

This race-against-the-clock adventure features a mutiny, castaways on a remote island, earthquakes, whale hunting, dastardly villains, man against the elements, a rescue mission, and offbeat humor. There's never a dull moment as "The Children of C...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
emotional 44%
challenging 27%
mysterious 27%
tense 27%
lighthearted 22%
funny 16%
hopeful 16%
informative 16%
inspiring 11%
relaxing 5%
sad 5%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 44%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 25% | Character: 25%

Strong character development?

No: 53% | Yes: 40% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 40%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 14%

Average rating

3.83

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