The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

Adventures of Tom and Huck #1

Mark Twain

424 pages • first pub 1876 (editions)

fiction classics historical literary adventurous funny lighthearted medium-paced

Description

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer revolves around the youthful adventures of the novel's schoolboy protagonist, Thomas Sawyer, whose reputation precedes him for causing mischief and strife. Tom lives with his Aunt Polly, half-brother Sid, and cousin Ma...

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Moods

adventurous 92%
lighthearted 67%
funny 57%
mysterious 11%
hopeful 8%
relaxing 8%
reflective 7%
emotional 5%
inspiring 5%
tense 5%
challenging 4%
dark 2%
informative 2%

Pace

medium 58%
fast 22%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 40% | A mix: 38% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 46% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 59% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | No: 21% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.55

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