The Virginian: A Horseman of the Plains by Owen Wister

The Virginian: A Horseman of the Plains

Owen Wister

351 pages first pub 1902 (editions)

fiction classics historical reflective slow-paced
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The Virginian (1902) is Owen Wister's classic popular romance, and the most significant shaping influence on the Western genre. This edition includes Wister's neglected essay, The Evolution of the Cow-Puncher (1895) and an introduction highlightin...

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Community Reviews Summary of 126 reviews

Moods

adventurous 75%
lighthearted 50%
reflective 50%
emotional 25%
funny 25%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 25%
relaxing 25%

Pace

slow 50%
fast 25%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25%

Average rating

3.35

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