The Island of Slaves by Pierre de Marivaux, Neil Bartlett

The Island of Slaves

Pierre de Marivaux, Neil Bartlett

96 pages first pub 1725 (editions)

fiction classics play challenging funny reflective slow-paced

Description

Four people, the sole survivors of a shipwreak, climb out of the sea. Two of them are masters, and two of them are servants; and all four are about to discover what life feels like when the boot is on the other foot.

Community Reviews Summary of 24 reviews

Moods

reflective 87%
funny 75%
lighthearted 37%
adventurous 12%
informative 12%
inspiring 12%
relaxing 12%

Pace

fast 80%
slow 10%
medium 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 55% | A mix: 22% | N/A: 11% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 11% | No: 11%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 33% | Yes: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 62% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.15

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