The Getting Of Wisdom by Henry Handel Richardson

The Getting Of Wisdom

Henry Handel Richardson

233 pages first pub 1910 (editions)

fiction classics reflective slow-paced
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The subject of this book is a young woman: an awkward, insecure, restless and 'knowing' child who learns that self-realisation depends on rebellion and escape, but that the latter will first demand at least the semblance of conformity. In telling ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 147 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 80%
funny 60%
hopeful 60%
reflective 60%
adventurous 40%
emotional 20%
informative 20%
inspiring 20%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 20%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 40%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.33

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