The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare by G.K. Chesterton

The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare

G.K. Chesterton

212 pages • first pub 1908 (editions) user-added

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The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare is a novel by G. K. Chesterton, first published in 1908. The book is sometimes referred to as a metaphysical thriller.

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Moods

mysterious 79%
adventurous 66%
funny 48%
reflective 41%
challenging 31%
tense 24%
dark 16%
lighthearted 16%
hopeful 8%
inspiring 4%
emotional 3%
relaxing 2%
informative 1%

Pace

fast 49%
medium 39%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 48% | A mix: 35% | Character: 15%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 42% | No: 40% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 45% | Yes: 31% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 77% | It's complicated: 10% | Yes: 9% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 36% | It's complicated: 34% | Yes: 26% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.7

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