The Iron Giant by Ted Hughes

The Iron Giant

The Iron Man #1

Ted Hughes with Laura Carlin (Illustrator)

104 pages first pub 1968 (editions)

fiction childrens fantasy science fiction adventurous medium-paced

Description

When a towering giant made of iron appears out of nowhere, young Hogarth sees him not as a monster, but a friend. The townspeople are terrified of the giant and devise a plan to bring him down. But Hogarth believes in his friend, and rescues him w...

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Community Reviews Summary of 156 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
inspiring 66%
emotional 33%
funny 33%
lighthearted 33%

Pace

fast 50%
slow 25%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.65

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