The Tinderbox by Hans Christian Andersen

The Tinderbox

Hans Christian Andersen with Tiina Nunnally (Translator)

64 pages first pub 1835 (editions)

fiction childrens classics adventurous medium-paced
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'There sat the dog with eyes as big as mill wheels'Though criticised for their anarchic immorality when first published, Hans Christian Andersen's tales made him an international star, taken to the hearts of children and adults for their beauty, s...

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Community Reviews Summary of 393 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 66%
funny 53%
dark 46%
adventurous 40%
reflective 20%
emotional 13%
inspiring 13%
mysterious 13%
hopeful 6%

Pace

fast 73%
medium 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 62% | N/A: 25% | A mix: 6% | Character: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 12%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 40% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 13%

Average rating

3.57

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