Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans

44 pages first pub 1939 (editions)

fiction childrens classics lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

Description

Rediscover Madeline, now available in board book format The story of twelve little girls in two straight lines, the smallest one being Madeline, has delighted children for more than seventy years. Now the beloved Caldecott Honor Book is available...

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Moods

lighthearted 81%
adventurous 37%
funny 37%
relaxing 18%
hopeful 14%
emotional 11%
reflective 7%
inspiring 3%
mysterious 3%

Pace

fast 80%
medium 16%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 40% | Plot: 40% | N/A: 13% | A mix: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | N/A: 21% | Yes: 14% | It's complicated: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | N/A: 28%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 64% | N/A: 28% | Yes: 7%

Average rating

4.23

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