Can Such Things Be? by Ambrose Bierce

Can Such Things Be?

Ambrose Bierce

256 pages first pub 1893 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror short stories dark mysterious slow-paced

Description

Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce (born June 24, 1842; died sometime after December 26, 1913) was an American editorialist, journalist, short storywriter, fabulist, and satirist. Today, he is probably best known for his short story "An Occurrence at Owl Cre...

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Community Reviews Summary of 40 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
dark 80%
adventurous 40%
lighthearted 20%
reflective 20%
tense 20%

Pace

slow 40%
medium 40%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 75% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

N/A: 50% | No: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 33% | N/A: 33% | Yes: 33%

Average rating

3.69

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