The Worm Ouroboros by E.R. Eddison, Keith Henderson

The Worm Ouroboros

E.R. Eddison, Keith Henderson

446 pages • first pub 1922 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy science fiction adventurous challenging mysterious slow-paced
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This is the book that shaped the landscape of contemporary science fiction and fantasy. When The Lord of the Rings first appeared, the critics inevitably compared it to this 1922 landmark work. Tolkien himself frankly acknowledged its influence, w...

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Community Reviews Summary of 278 reviews

Moods

adventurous 90%
challenging 61%
mysterious 33%
tense 14%
funny 9%
inspiring 9%
reflective 9%
sad 9%
dark 4%
emotional 4%
hopeful 4%
relaxing 4%

Pace

slow 77%
medium 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | No: 26% | Yes: 26%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 33% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 26% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

3.47

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