She Stoops to Conquer by Oliver Goldsmith

She Stoops to Conquer

Oliver Goldsmith

80 pages first pub 1773 (editions)

fiction classics play funny lighthearted fast-paced

Description

This charming comedy has delighted audiences for over two centuries. First performed in 1773, it concerns Kate Hardcastle, a young lady who poses as a serving girl to win the heart of a young gentleman too shy to court ladies of his own class. A n...

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Community Reviews Summary of 535 reviews

Moods

funny 85%
lighthearted 85%
relaxing 21%
adventurous 7%
challenging 7%
reflective 7%

Pace

fast 73%
medium 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 54% | Character: 27% | A mix: 18%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 30% | N/A: 10% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 90% | It's complicated: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 40% | No: 30% | N/A: 20% | It's complicated: 10%

Average rating

3.5

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