Barry Lyndon by William Makepeace Thackeray

259 pages first pub 1844 (editions)

fiction classics historical funny reflective slow-paced
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Description

Barry Lyndon is Thackeray's first novel, already displaying the sharp characterisation and vigorous satire that were to make his later novels so successful.

Community Reviews Summary of 46 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
adventurous 66%
dark 66%
challenging 33%
lighthearted 33%
mysterious 33%
tense 33%

Pace

fast 33%
slow 33%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.47

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