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196 pages • first pub 1998 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781616201647
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Algonquin Books
Publication date: 15 May 2012
Description
The classic novel that inspired the beloved Tim Burton film and the Broadway musical. In his prime, Edward Bloom was an extraordinary man. He could outrun anybody. He never missed a day of school. He saved lives and tamed giants. Animals loved hi...
Community Reviews Summary of 2,495 reviews
Moods
reflective 62%
emotional 61%
funny 59%
lighthearted 45%
hopeful 25%
sad 25%
inspiring 22%
mysterious 15%
relaxing 6%
challenging 2%
dark 2%
Pace
medium 31%
slow 16%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 62% | A mix: 29% | Plot: 7%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 33% | No: 24% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 12%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 66% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 8%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Animal death, Cancer, DeathModerate
Death of parent, Fatphobia, Body shamingMinor
Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Violence
196 pages • first pub 1998 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781616201647
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Algonquin Books
Publication date: 15 May 2012
Description
The classic novel that inspired the beloved Tim Burton film and the Broadway musical. In his prime, Edward Bloom was an extraordinary man. He could outrun anybody. He never missed a day of school. He saved lives and tamed giants. Animals loved hi...
Community Reviews Summary of 2,495 reviews
Moods
reflective 62%
emotional 61%
funny 59%
lighthearted 45%
hopeful 25%
sad 25%
inspiring 22%
mysterious 15%
relaxing 6%
challenging 2%
dark 2%
Pace
medium 31%
slow 16%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 62% | A mix: 29% | Plot: 7%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 33% | No: 24% | N/A: 1%Loveable characters?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 12%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 66% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 8%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Animal death, Cancer, DeathModerate
Death of parent, Fatphobia, Body shamingMinor
Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Violence