The Fir Tree by Hans Christian Andersen

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First published in 1844, The Fir Tree is a moving short story about a tree that is so desperate to grow up that it cannot appreciate the present. Following the tree from its early years until it is big enough to be cut down and used as a Christmas...

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Community Reviews Summary of 167 reviews

Moods

reflective 50%
sad 50%
emotional 28%
lighthearted 28%
dark 21%
relaxing 21%
hopeful 14%
inspiring 14%
adventurous 7%
funny 7%
informative 7%
mysterious 7%

Pace

fast 92%
medium 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | Plot: 12% | A mix: 12% | N/A: 12%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 22% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 44% | It's complicated: 33% | N/A: 11% | Yes: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | No: 12% | N/A: 12%

Average rating

3.64

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