The Short Reign of Pippin IV by John Steinbeck

The Short Reign of Pippin IV

John Steinbeck

159 pages first pub 1957 (view editions)

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This book is ideal for readers who enjoy satirical political comedies with a whimsical take on power dynamics and historical absurdity.

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A delightftul, sparkling comedy which displays a wonderful new vein of Steinbeck's genius. It is the madcap story of a little Frenchman who did not want to be king; of his film-mad andbosomy daughter Clotilde; and of his chief adviser -a wise nun ...

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Community Reviews

3.65
based on 321 reviews

Moods

funny: 100%

lighthearted: 60%

reflective: 55%

adventurous: 15%

relaxing: 10%

hopeful: 5%

inspiring: 5%


Pace

36% of readers chose fast
52% of readers chose medium
10% of readers chose slow
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Plot or character driven?

14% of readers chose Plot
42% of readers chose A mix
42% of readers chose Character
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Strong character development?

69% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
15% of readers chose No
7% of readers chose N/A
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Loveable characters?

73% of readers chose Yes
6% of readers chose Complicated
20% of readers chose No
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Diverse cast of characters?

7% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
76% of readers chose No
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Flaws of characters a main focus?

71% of readers chose Yes
14% of readers chose Complicated
14% of readers chose No
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