The Trumpet of the Swan by E.B. White

The Trumpet of the Swan

E.B. White

4 hours, 20 minutes first pub 1970 (editions)

fiction childrens classics adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
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Louis is a Trumpeter Swan, but he has no voice. Though he is frightened when his father explains to him that he is different from the other cygnets, Louis is resourceful and determined. Leaving his wild and beautiful home, he finds a young human f...

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Community Reviews Summary of 4,218 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 80%
adventurous 54%
funny 49%
hopeful 42%
inspiring 36%
relaxing 24%
reflective 15%
emotional 14%
informative 10%
sad 7%
challenging 2%
mysterious 1%

Pace

medium 61%
fast 25%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 49% | Character: 26% | Plot: 23%

Strong character development?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 13% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 1% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 43% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 26% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | No: 18% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.98

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