A Bell for Adano by John Hersey

A Bell for Adano

John Hersey

269 pages first pub 1944 (editions)

fiction classics historical hopeful medium-paced
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Description

An Italian-American major during World War II wins the love and admiration of the local townspeople when he searches for a replacement for the 700 year-old town bell that had been melted down for bullets by the fascists.

Community Reviews Summary of 181 reviews

Moods

funny 50%
inspiring 33%
reflective 33%
emotional 16%
hopeful 16%
informative 16%
sad 16%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Character: 40%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Average rating

3.8

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