The Country of the Blind, and Other Stories by H.G. Wells

The Country of the Blind, and Other Stories

H.G. Wells

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fiction classics science fiction short stories dark reflective slow-paced

Description

Six entertaining short stories from the foremost science-fiction writer of the early 20th century include "The Star," a gripping tale about a massive celestial object hurtling toward the Earth, as well as "The New Accelerator," "The Remarkable Cas...

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Community Reviews Summary of 301 reviews

Moods

reflective 63%
adventurous 47%
mysterious 26%
funny 21%
inspiring 21%
tense 21%
challenging 15%
dark 10%
emotional 10%
lighthearted 10%
hopeful 5%
sad 5%

Pace

fast 50%
medium 35%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 46% | A mix: 26% | N/A: 13% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

No: 53% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 13% | Yes: 13%

Loveable characters?

No: 57% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 61% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 7% | Yes: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | N/A: 23% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 15%

Average rating

3.75

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