Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare

Romeo and Juliet

William Shakespeare

106 pages first pub 1597 (editions)

fiction classics play romance emotional sad medium-paced

Description

When one hears "love story", Romeo and Juliet comes immediately to mind. This, very accessible play, well known to audiences and students alike, contains some of Shakespeare's most beautiful love poetry, as well as his characteristic insights int...

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Moods

emotional 71%
sad 65%
dark 38%
challenging 25%
tense 25%
funny 18%
reflective 15%
adventurous 12%
hopeful 5%
lighthearted 5%
inspiring 4%
mysterious 3%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 39%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Character: 31% | Plot: 24%

Strong character development?

No: 54% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 21% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 37% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 29% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 79% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 16% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.46

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