The Canterville Ghost and Other Stories by Oscar Wilde

The Canterville Ghost and Other Stories

Oscar Wilde

124 pages first pub 1887 (editions)

fiction classics short stories adventurous dark reflective fast-paced

Description

A unique selection which includes alongside The Canterville Ghost other three comic mysteries stories which will delight older kids. When the Americans Mr and Mrs Otis and their four children move into Canterville Chase, its previous occupant Lord...

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Community Reviews Summary of 422 reviews

Moods

funny 75%
lighthearted 54%
mysterious 42%
adventurous 36%
reflective 33%
dark 27%
emotional 27%
inspiring 18%
relaxing 9%
sad 9%
tense 6%
challenging 3%
hopeful 3%
informative 3%

Pace

fast 60%
medium 34%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 51% | Plot: 25% | Character: 14% | N/A: 7%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 22% | N/A: 18% | Yes: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 44% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 12% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.77

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