The Cyberiad: Stories by Stanisław Lem

The Cyberiad: Stories

Stanisław Lem

309 pages first pub 1965 (editions)

fiction science fiction short stories adventurous challenging funny medium-paced

Description

 These are the stories of Trurl and Klapaucius, master inventors and engineers known as “constructors,” who have created marvels for kingdoms. Friends and rivals, they are constantly outdoing and challenging each other to reveal the next great evo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 653 reviews

Moods

funny 95%
adventurous 76%
lighthearted 57%
reflective 45%
relaxing 19%
challenging 16%
inspiring 11%
mysterious 11%
informative 7%
dark 4%
emotional 4%
hopeful 4%
tense 4%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 36%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 54% | A mix: 32% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 72% | It's complicated: 12% | Yes: 9% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 9% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 54% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 21% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.07

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