Nutcracker by E.T.A. Hoffmann

Nutcracker

E.T.A. Hoffmann with Maurice Sendak (Illustrator), Ralph Manheim (Translator)

Nutcracker

E.T.A. Hoffmann with Maurice Sendak (Illustrator), Ralph Manheim (Translator)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

102 pages | first published 1816

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The tale of Nutcracker, written by E.T.A. Hoffmann in 1816, has fascinated and inspired artists, composers, and audiences for almost two hundred years. It has retained its freshness because it appeals to the sense of wonder we all share.Maurice Se...
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Moods

adventurous 76%
lighthearted 55%
mysterious 30%
dark 17%
hopeful 14%
relaxing 13%
funny 9%
inspiring 7%
tense 5%
emotional 2%
reflective 2%
challenging 1%

Pace

fast 46%
medium 39%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 20% | Character: 13%

Strong character development?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 16% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 67% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 10% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 5%

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3.7

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