Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans

Madeline

Madeline

Ludwig Bemelmans with Ludwig Bemelmans (Illustrator)

missing page info Add in missing page information first pub 1939 (editions)

fiction childrens classics lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

Description

Set in picturesque Paris, this tale of a brave little girl's trip to the hospital is as appealing today as it was in 1940. The combination of spirited heroine, timelessly appealing art, cheerful humor, and rhythmic text makes Madeline a perennial ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,741 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 84%
funny 43%
adventurous 31%
relaxing 15%
hopeful 12%
emotional 9%
reflective 6%
inspiring 3%
mysterious 3%

Pace

fast 76%
medium 20%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 41% | Character: 35% | N/A: 17% | A mix: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 56% | N/A: 25% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | N/A: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 62% | N/A: 31% | Yes: 6%

Average rating

4.23

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