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91 pages • first pub 1988 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780563206224
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: BBC Books
Publication date: 24 March 1988
Description
Six monologues written for television, each in its own way reflecting Alan Bennett's marvelously observant view of the British way of life. They are touching and real, and very funny.
Community Reviews Summary of 198 reviews
Moods
emotional 69%
funny 69%
sad 61%
reflective 46%
challenging 30%
lighthearted 23%
hopeful 7%
informative 7%
relaxing 7%
Pace
fast 38%
slow 15%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 90% | N/A: 9%Strong character development?
Yes: 54% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 9%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 58% | No: 25% | Yes: 16%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 81% | It's complicated: 9% | Yes: 9%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Murder, Infidelity, Racism
91 pages • first pub 1988 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780563206224
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: BBC Books
Publication date: 24 March 1988
Description
Six monologues written for television, each in its own way reflecting Alan Bennett's marvelously observant view of the British way of life. They are touching and real, and very funny.
Community Reviews Summary of 198 reviews
Moods
emotional 69%
funny 69%
sad 61%
reflective 46%
challenging 30%
lighthearted 23%
hopeful 7%
informative 7%
relaxing 7%
Pace
fast 38%
slow 15%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 90% | N/A: 9%Strong character development?
Yes: 54% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 9%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 58% | No: 25% | Yes: 16%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 81% | It's complicated: 9% | Yes: 9%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Murder, Infidelity, Racism