The Caucasian Chalk Circle by Bertolt Brecht

The Caucasian Chalk Circle

Bertolt Brecht with Eric Bentley (Translator)

104 pages • first pub 1945 (editions)

fiction classics play challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

This is a parable inspired by the Chinese play Chalk Circle. Written at the close of World War II, the story is set in the Caucasus Mountains of Georgia. It retells the tale of King Solomon and a child claimed and fought over by two mothers.

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Moods

reflective 52%
adventurous 39%
challenging 39%
funny 34%
emotional 26%
dark 21%
sad 13%
hopeful 8%
informative 4%
inspiring 4%
relaxing 4%
tense 4%

Pace

medium 48%
fast 48%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 44% | Plot: 33% | Character: 22%

Strong character development?

Yes: 38% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 16% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 47% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 41% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 23%

Average rating

3.55

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