The Nutcracker by E.T.A. Hoffmann

The Nutcracker

E.T.A. Hoffmann with Joachim Neugroschel (Translator), R.J. Hollingdale (Translator), Sally Hayward (Translator)

208 pages • first pub 1816 (editions)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,193 reviews

Moods

adventurous 76%
lighthearted 53%
mysterious 33%
dark 19%
hopeful 14%
relaxing 12%
funny 7%
inspiring 6%
tense 6%
challenging 2%
emotional 2%
reflective 2%

Pace

fast 44%
medium 40%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 67% | A mix: 20% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 16% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 69% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 9% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.69

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