The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame

The Wind in the Willows

Kenneth Grahame with Ernest H. Shepard (Illustrator)

272 pages • first pub 1908 (editions)

fiction childrens classics adventurous funny lighthearted medium-paced

Description

Since its beginnings as a series of stories told to Kenneth Grahame's young son, The Wind in the Willows has gone on to become one of the best-loved children's books of all time. The timeless story of Toad, Rat, Mole, and Badger has delighted read...

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Moods

lighthearted 91%
adventurous 72%
funny 59%
relaxing 38%
hopeful 15%
reflective 10%
inspiring 9%
emotional 4%
mysterious 2%
challenging 1%
dark 1%
sad 1%

Pace

medium 51%
slow 31%
fast 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 51% | A mix: 36% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 45% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 31% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 22% | N/A: 18%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | No: 10% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.78

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