The Merry Wives of Windsor by William Shakespeare

The Merry Wives of Windsor

William Shakespeare

80 pages first pub 1597 (editions)

fiction classics play funny reflective medium-paced

Description

According to legend, Queen Elizabeth I was so delighted with the character of Sir John Falstaff in Henry IV, Parts I and II, that she commanded Shakespeare to create a romantic comedy depicting the jolly old rogue in love. The obedient playwright...

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Community Reviews Summary of 897 reviews

Moods

funny 97%
lighthearted 64%
challenging 17%
adventurous 14%
relaxing 8%
mysterious 5%
reflective 5%
tense 5%

Pace

fast 60%
medium 36%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 52% | A mix: 32% | Character: 12% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

No: 48% | It's complicated: 32% | Yes: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 48% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.38

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