Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak

Where the Wild Things Are

Maurice Sendak

37 pages first pub 1963 (editions)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
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Maurice Sendak's Caldecott Medal-winning picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children's books of all time. A must for every child's bookshelf. This iconic story has inspired a movie, an opera, and the imaginati...

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Community Reviews Summary of 31,746 reviews

Moods

adventurous 80%
lighthearted 62%
funny 19%
reflective 15%
emotional 14%
hopeful 13%
inspiring 12%
mysterious 9%
relaxing 9%
dark 4%
challenging 3%
tense 2%
informative 1%
sad 1%

Pace

fast 81%
medium 16%
slow 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 46% | Plot: 29% | A mix: 19% | N/A: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 44% | No: 27% | N/A: 14% | It's complicated: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 12% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 32% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 17%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 51% | No: 25% | N/A: 15% | It's complicated: 7%

Average rating

4.24

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