The Family Under the Bridge by Garth Williams, Natalie Savage Carlson
The Family Under the Bridge

Garth Williams, Natalie Savage Carlson

The Family Under the Bridge

Garth Williams, Natalie Savage Carlson

99 pages first pub 1958 (editions)

fiction childrens historical lighthearted slow-paced

Description

An old tramp, adopted by three fatherless children when their mother hides them under a bridge on the Seine, finds a home for mother and children and a job for himself.

Community Reviews Summary of 663 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 80%
hopeful 64%
inspiring 48%
emotional 40%
adventurous 32%
reflective 16%
funny 12%
sad 12%
relaxing 8%
informative 4%

Pace

fast 44%
medium 40%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 54% | Character: 40% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 78% | No: 13% | It's complicated: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 59% | Yes: 36% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 13%

Average rating

3.77

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