The Sword in the Stone by T.H. White

The Sword in the Stone

The Once and Future King #1

T.H. White

286 pages • first pub 1938 (editions)

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"Learn. That is the only thing that never fails."--Merlyn the WizardBefore there was a famous king named Arthur, there was a curious boy named Wart and a kind old wizard named Merlyn. Transformed by Merlyn into the forms of his fantasy, Wart learn...

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Moods

adventurous 92%
lighthearted 63%
funny 54%
reflective 12%
hopeful 11%
emotional 10%
informative 10%
relaxing 10%
inspiring 9%
mysterious 7%
challenging 5%
dark 2%
sad 1%

Pace

slow 48%
medium 40%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 42% | A mix: 39% | Plot: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | No: 32% | It's complicated: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 79% | It's complicated: 10% | Yes: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 59% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.74

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