The Pearl/The Red Pony by John Steinbeck

The Pearl/The Red Pony

John Steinbeck with José Clemente Orozco (Illustrator), Wesley Dennis (Illustrator)

181 pages first pub 1947 (editions) user-added

fiction classics reflective slow-paced
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Two classic stories, in on volume, celebrating the spirit and courage of ordinary families.The Pearl:Based on an old Mexican folktale, this is the deeply moving story of the great pearl, how it was discovered, and how it—along with the dreams it r...

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Community Reviews Summary of 72 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
sad 100%
inspiring 75%
tense 75%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
hopeful 25%
informative 25%

Pace

medium 75%
slow 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 25% | Character: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.33

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