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kitkat175's review against another edition
5.0
I have loved the movie and the book so much, Wilbur is also such a cute name for any pet. This book is so well crafted and put together. I have always liked the classic kids books, they are fun to read and it just reminds me of my childhood. I remember in my childhood watching the movie but I don't know if I ever read the book. I listened to the audiobook it was only 4 hours long and it was a quick listen. I will read this book again in the future, it was that good. I loved that Wilbur never forgot Charlotte and that I think 4 of her kids stayed behind with Wilbur. This book will always be a good read for young readers.
neenthefiend's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I have the cd audio book of this novel. Recently, I wantonly put it on while I did some spring cleaning and I ended up fully sobbing. It hits every time, it’s still one of my favorite middle grade books. No notes
autumnmway's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
bubblegumcreams's review against another edition
3.0
Read this as a child. It was an average book for me that didn't stick out to me over the years.
autumngore's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Another reread of a classic ayyy
skhuli_p1's review against another edition
5.0
This book is utter perfection, all I can say except: SOME PIG
jenkb's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
mariahistryingtoread's review against another edition
3.0
I read Charlotte's Web for the first time when I was in the third grade. I distinctly remember it because like many burnt out gifted kids I read above my grade level so my teacher had to form a special group for me when it came to reading practice. The book she chose was - you guessed it - Charlotte's Web.
I've read it a few other times over the years, but the primary reason I have such a strong tie to the book is because of the movie. I was 9 when it came out and as such was at the perfect age for full throttle obsession like only a kid can manage.
It's more stiff than I remember. The way the characters who purportedly care about one another talk to each other is very stilted and almost professional. It may just be my anxiety about not demonstrably emotive tone talking, but it often felt like Charlotte was just on the edge of speaking sharply to Wilbur.
Fern's perceived maturity hinging on her getting a crush on a boy was disappointing. The girl is 8 years old and her mother was freaking out that she was coming up with stories about the barn animals. Part of the doctor she sees advice is that a boy will turn her head soon and everything will be okay. The idea being that she'll abandon her childish daydreams ie her passions for reality ie dating, marriage, kids etc soon enough. Why can't she have both? Being a vet and a serious relationship are not mutually exclusive.
I'm not shocked at the message nor am I actually all that upset because this was written in 1952. I'm simply pointing it out since this is the first time I've read it and been old enough to perceive it.
I have a lot of fondness for this story. There's still a lot of charm even if it's not the smash I once thought it was. The spirit of the tale is stronger than its execution. Even then it's not badly executed, merely a victim of time - as many classics are.
I think you're missing out if you don't read this at least once. That being said experiencing it is enough on its own, so the movie is a perfectly fine alternative if you don't think the boot itself is interesting enough.
I've read it a few other times over the years, but the primary reason I have such a strong tie to the book is because of the movie. I was 9 when it came out and as such was at the perfect age for full throttle obsession like only a kid can manage.
It's more stiff than I remember. The way the characters who purportedly care about one another talk to each other is very stilted and almost professional. It may just be my anxiety about not demonstrably emotive tone talking, but it often felt like Charlotte was just on the edge of speaking sharply to Wilbur.
Fern's perceived maturity hinging on her getting a crush on a boy was disappointing. The girl is 8 years old and her mother was freaking out that she was coming up with stories about the barn animals. Part of the doctor she sees advice is that a boy will turn her head soon and everything will be okay. The idea being that she'll abandon her childish daydreams ie her passions for reality ie dating, marriage, kids etc soon enough. Why can't she have both? Being a vet and a serious relationship are not mutually exclusive.
I'm not shocked at the message nor am I actually all that upset because this was written in 1952. I'm simply pointing it out since this is the first time I've read it and been old enough to perceive it.
I have a lot of fondness for this story. There's still a lot of charm even if it's not the smash I once thought it was. The spirit of the tale is stronger than its execution. Even then it's not badly executed, merely a victim of time - as many classics are.
I think you're missing out if you don't read this at least once. That being said experiencing it is enough on its own, so the movie is a perfectly fine alternative if you don't think the boot itself is interesting enough.