Measure for Measure by William Shakespeare

Measure for Measure

William Shakespeare

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Measure for Measure is among the most passionately discussed of Shakespeare’s plays. In it, a duke temporarily removes himself from governing his city-state, deputizing a member of his administration, Angelo, to enforce the laws more rigorously. A...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,333 reviews

Moods

funny 53%
dark 49%
challenging 48%
tense 34%
reflective 28%
emotional 23%
mysterious 13%
lighthearted 9%
adventurous 8%
hopeful 6%
sad 6%
informative 3%
inspiring 3%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 31%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Plot: 35% | Character: 22%

Strong character development?

No: 37% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 27%

Loveable characters?

No: 48% | It's complicated: 39% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 69% | Yes: 16% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 6%

Average rating

3.52

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