The Warden by Anthony Trollope

205 pages first pub 1855 (editions)

fiction classics literary reflective slow-paced
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The first book in Anthony Trollope's Barchester Chronicles is a moving, insightful exploration of moral dilemmas fought in public and private. Mr Harding is a good man, the warden to an alms house which provides a peaceful home to twelve old me...

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Moods

reflective 76%
lighthearted 32%
funny 30%
emotional 22%
sad 17%
relaxing 16%
informative 15%
challenging 10%
hopeful 6%
inspiring 5%
tense 4%

Pace

slow 69%
medium 27%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 48% | A mix: 38% | Plot: 12% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 59% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 92% | Yes: 4% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 16% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.55

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