The Nutcracker by E.T.A. Hoffmann

The Nutcracker

E.T.A. Hoffmann with Joachim Neugroschel (Translator), R.J. Hollingdale (Translator), Sally Hayward (Translator)

208 pages • first pub 1816 (editions)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous lighthearted fast-paced
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Little Clothbound Classics: irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith.  The gift of a handsomely decorated, enigmatic nutcracker sets t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,416 reviews

Moods

adventurous 73%
lighthearted 57%
mysterious 30%
dark 16%
funny 12%
hopeful 10%
relaxing 10%
inspiring 6%
tense 5%
emotional 4%
challenging 2%
reflective 2%
sad 2%

Pace

fast 46%
medium 42%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 64% | A mix: 24% | Character: 11%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 18% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 70% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 64% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.66

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