Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell

134 pages first pub 1853 (editions)

fiction classics historical lighthearted relaxing slow-paced

Description

Cranford is a witty portrait of small town life in early-Victorian England. The story unfolds through the eyes of Mary Smith, a young woman who observes the comedic struggles of two middle aged sisters in their efforts to maintain a level of refin...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,150 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 87%
funny 66%
relaxing 47%
emotional 31%
hopeful 28%
reflective 24%
inspiring 8%
sad 8%
adventurous 1%
challenging 1%
informative 1%

Pace

slow 59%
medium 35%
fast 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 76% | A mix: 16% | Plot: 4% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

No: 49% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 89% | No: 5% | It's complicated: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 87% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 4% | Yes: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 43% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.64

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