The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster

The Phantom Tollbooth

Norton Juster with Jules Feiffer (Illustrator)

272 pages first pub 1961 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy middle grade adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced
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With almost 4 million copies sold more than 50 years after its original publication, generations of readers have now journeyed with Milo to the Lands Beyond in this beloved classic. Enriched by Jules Feiffer's splendid illustrations, the wit, wisd...

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Moods

adventurous 85%
lighthearted 80%
funny 79%
inspiring 35%
hopeful 29%
reflective 19%
relaxing 15%
informative 9%
mysterious 7%
emotional 5%
challenging 3%

Pace

fast 62%
medium 32%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 45% | A mix: 39% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 72% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 48% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 21% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 48% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.23

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