The Pastoral Symphony by André Gide, Walter Ballenberger

The Pastoral Symphony

André Gide, Walter Ballenberger

82 pages first pub 1911 (editions)

fiction classics reflective sad slow-paced

Description

This story is set in the late 1890’s which at first glace might make one feel that the story is outdated. No one in the modern world would have any trouble recognizing the emotions of the characters, however, which are timeless. A modern film vers...

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Community Reviews Summary of 191 reviews

Moods

emotional 63%
reflective 63%
sad 36%
dark 18%
lighthearted 9%
relaxing 9%

Pace

fast 50%
medium 33%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 57% | A mix: 42%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 37%

Loveable characters?

No: 37% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.36

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