The Secret Life of Walter Mitty by James Thurber

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

James Thurber

32 pages first pub 1939 (editions)

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Description

A henpecked husband copes with the frustrations of his dull life by imagining he is a fearless airplane pilot, a brilliant doctor, and other dashing figures.

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Moods

funny 72%
adventurous 65%
lighthearted 55%
reflective 34%
relaxing 17%
inspiring 10%
mysterious 10%
challenging 6%
emotional 6%
hopeful 6%
sad 6%
dark 3%
tense 3%

Pace

fast 83%
medium 13%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 79% | Plot: 12% | A mix: 8%

Strong character development?

No: 73% | Yes: 13% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 47% | No: 34% | It's complicated: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 77% | N/A: 13% | It's complicated: 4% | Yes: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.52

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