The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare by G.K. Chesterton

The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare

G.K. Chesterton

212 pages • first pub 1908 (editions) user-added

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Description

The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare is a novel by G. K. Chesterton, first published in 1908. The book is sometimes referred to as a metaphysical thriller.

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Moods

mysterious 81%
adventurous 67%
funny 49%
reflective 39%
challenging 33%
tense 22%
dark 18%
lighthearted 18%
hopeful 9%
emotional 5%
inspiring 3%
relaxing 3%
informative 2%

Pace

fast 50%
medium 40%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 49% | A mix: 33% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 40% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 45% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 77% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 37% | No: 34% | Yes: 26% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.69

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