The Phoenix and the Carpet by E. Nesbit

The Phoenix and the Carpet

Five Children #2

E. Nesbit with H.R. Millar

289 pages first pub 1904 (editions)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous lighthearted medium-paced

Description

It's startling enough to have a phoenix hatch in your house, but even more startling when it talks and reveals that you have a magic carpet on the floor. The vain and ancient bird accompanies the children on a series of adventures through time and...

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Community Reviews Summary of 117 reviews

Moods

adventurous 75%
lighthearted 75%
funny 50%
relaxing 25%

Pace

medium 80%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

N/A: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Average rating

3.79

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