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Wenceslas: A Christmas Poem by Carol Ann Duffy, Stuart Kolakovic

eilidhcan's review

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fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

3wilcotroad's review

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emotional hopeful informative fast-paced

5.0

sebren's review

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emotional hopeful inspiring reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? N/A
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

callum_mclaughlin's review

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3.0

This is one of Duffy’s annual festive poems, presented as a lovely little hardback. This particular offering is inspired by the carol of King Wenceslas, encouraging us to enjoy the indulgence of the season, whilst remembering to extend the hand of human kindness to those less fortunate than ourselves. I love this sentiment, and think Stuart Kolakovic’s accompanying artwork is beautiful, but the poem itself (in terms of language, structure, flow, etc.) didn’t do a huge amount for me.

sarahgb's review

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5.0

Christmas poem based on Good King Wenceslas, bound in a lovely, beautifully illustrated little pocket book.

balancinghistorybooks's review

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5.0

A beautifully illustrated and rather sumptuous poem; perfect for making one think of Christmas past, and the true message of the season - good will to all men.
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