The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure by William Goldman

The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure

William Goldman

414 pages • first pub 1973 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy romance adventurous fast-paced

Description

William Goldman's modern fantasy classic is a simple, exceptional story about quests--for riches, revenge, power, and, of course, true love--that's thrilling and timeless. Anyone who lived through the 1980s may find it impossible--inconceivable, e...

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Moods

adventurous 97%
funny 83%
lighthearted 65%
hopeful 19%
emotional 16%
tense 11%
mysterious 9%
inspiring 8%
relaxing 6%
dark 3%
challenging 2%
reflective 2%
sad 2%

Pace

fast 47%
medium 45%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 38% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

No: 43% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 47% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 53% | Yes: 24% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.24

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