The People of Hemsö: A Story from the Islands by August Strindberg

The People of Hemsö: A Story from the Islands

August Strindberg with Peter Graves (Translator)

158 pages • first pub 1887 (editions)

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August Strindberg (1849-1912, Sweden's internationally recognised dramatist, was an astonishingly prolific all-rounder. The new National Edition of his works will run to seventy-two volumes: he was a writer of novels, short stories, essays, journa...

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Community Reviews Summary of 158 reviews

Moods

dark 44%
funny 22%
lighthearted 22%
reflective 22%
relaxing 22%
sad 22%
adventurous 11%
challenging 11%
emotional 11%
informative 11%
tense 11%

Pace

slow 55%
fast 33%
medium 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | A mix: 25%

Strong character development?

No: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

2.94

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