Schindler's Ark by Thomas Keneally

Schindler's Ark

Thomas Keneally

429 pages first pub 1982 (editions)

fiction historical dark emotional sad medium-paced

Description

The basis for the Oscar-winning Spielberg movie, this novel recreates the story of Oskar Schindler, an Aryan who risked his life to protect Jews in Nazi-occupied Poland.

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Moods

dark 82%
sad 78%
emotional 73%
challenging 58%
informative 46%
reflective 38%
tense 36%
inspiring 32%
hopeful 21%
adventurous 8%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

slow 56%
medium 40%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 41% | Character: 27% | Plot: 22% | N/A: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 47% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 16% | No: 16%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 52% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 11% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 12% | No: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 17% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

4.14

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