The White People by Arthur Machen

The White People

Arthur Machen

44 pages first pub 1904 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror short stories dark slow-paced
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The White People (1904) is a short story by Arthur Machen. Originally published in Horlick's Magazine, the story was later printed in The House of Souls (1906), a short story collection. Condemned as decadent and obscene upon publication, Machen's...

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Community Reviews Summary of 90 reviews

Moods

mysterious 87%
dark 83%
adventurous 33%
challenging 20%
tense 20%
reflective 12%
emotional 4%
informative 4%
relaxing 4%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 31%
fast 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | Character: 31% | A mix: 10%

Strong character development?

No: 68% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 5%

Loveable characters?

No: 63% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 94% | Yes: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 10% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.45

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