206 pages • first pub 1858 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780486445670
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Dover Publications
Publication date: 17 October 2005
Description
One of the first great works of nineteenth-century fantasy fiction, Phantastes inspired many of the great Christian and fantasy authors of the twentieth century. A fairy tale for adults, it is the captivating story of a wealthy young man who takes...
Community Reviews Summary of 603 reviews
Moods
reflective 66%
mysterious 54%
challenging 28%
hopeful 28%
emotional 23%
dark 16%
relaxing 14%
inspiring 11%
lighthearted 9%
sad 9%
Pace
medium 32%
fast 12%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 54% | Character: 29% | Plot: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 62% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 3%Loveable characters?
No: 35% | It's complicated: 32% | Yes: 32%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 40% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 13%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 12%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Rape, Sexual assault
206 pages • first pub 1858 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780486445670
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Dover Publications
Publication date: 17 October 2005
Description
One of the first great works of nineteenth-century fantasy fiction, Phantastes inspired many of the great Christian and fantasy authors of the twentieth century. A fairy tale for adults, it is the captivating story of a wealthy young man who takes...
Community Reviews Summary of 603 reviews
Moods
reflective 66%
mysterious 54%
challenging 28%
hopeful 28%
emotional 23%
dark 16%
relaxing 14%
inspiring 11%
lighthearted 9%
sad 9%
Pace
medium 32%
fast 12%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 54% | Character: 29% | Plot: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 62% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 3%Loveable characters?
No: 35% | It's complicated: 32% | Yes: 32%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 40% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 13%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 12%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Rape, Sexual assault