The Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss

The Swiss Family Robinson

Johann David Wyss with Thomas Heath Robinson (Illustrator)

544 pages • first pub 1812 (editions)

fiction classics young adult adventurous slow-paced

Description

Shipwrecked on an uncharted island, the Swiss Family Robinson--mother, father, and four young boys--make the most of their predicament, adapting to the island and turning the absence of civilization to their advantage. Through persevereance, hard ...

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Moods

adventurous 96%
lighthearted 33%
informative 29%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 24%
funny 16%
relaxing 11%
challenging 9%
emotional 9%
reflective 7%
tense 7%
mysterious 5%
dark 3%
sad 3%

Pace

slow 43%
medium 43%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 52% | A mix: 28% | Character: 17% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 46% | No: 44% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 61% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 15%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 76% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 2% | Yes: 2%

Average rating

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