The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens

800 pages first pub 1837 (editions)

fiction classics adventurous funny lighthearted slow-paced

Description

The Pickwick Papers explores the perils, travels, and adventures of the Pickwick Club's members: the founding chairman, former businessman and amateur scientist Mr. Pickwick; his trusted companion Sam Weller; the sportsman Winkle; the poet Snodgra...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,358 reviews

Moods

funny 91%
lighthearted 81%
adventurous 49%
reflective 21%
relaxing 21%
hopeful 17%
challenging 10%
emotional 9%
inspiring 8%
informative 5%
sad 5%
dark 2%
mysterious 2%
tense 1%

Pace

slow 55%
medium 42%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 51% | Character: 39% | Plot: 9%

Strong character development?

No: 43% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | Yes: 14% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 47% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.61

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