The Happy Prince & Other Stories by Oscar Wilde

The Happy Prince & Other Stories

Oscar Wilde

80 pages first pub 1888 (editions)

fiction childrens classics short stories emotional reflective medium-paced
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In these delightful tales, Oscar Wilde employs all his grace, artistry and wit. The Happy Prince tells of the statue of a once pleasure-loving Prince which, with the help of a selfless Swallow helps people in distress. As well as The Nightingale a...

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Community Reviews Summary of 580 reviews

Moods

reflective 59%
emotional 47%
sad 42%
lighthearted 37%
inspiring 31%
adventurous 26%
hopeful 26%
funny 24%
dark 19%
mysterious 18%
relaxing 16%
challenging 9%
tense 6%
informative 1%

Pace

fast 43%
medium 42%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 33% | A mix: 33% | Character: 24% | N/A: 7%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 36% | No: 18% | N/A: 10%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 38% | No: 14% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 43% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 8% | No: 6%

Average rating

3.82

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