The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare by G.K. Chesterton

The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare

G.K. Chesterton

210 pages • first pub 1908 (editions)

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The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare is a novel by G. K. Chesterton, first published in 1908. The book is sometimes referred to as a metaphysical thriller.

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Moods

mysterious 78%
adventurous 66%
funny 47%
reflective 41%
challenging 31%
tense 23%
dark 16%
lighthearted 16%
hopeful 8%
inspiring 4%
emotional 3%
relaxing 2%
informative 1%

Pace

fast 49%
medium 39%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 47% | A mix: 36% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 41% | No: 40% | Yes: 17% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 44% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 76% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 35% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 1%

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3.7

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