The Barber of Seville by Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais

83 pages first pub 1775 (editions)

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Fast-moving and brisk, and filled with wit, humor, and gaiety, the Barber is assured of immortality because of its sheer fun. Mr. Sahlins's deft adaptation of a superbly constructed plot, and his attention to language for present-day audiences, ma...

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Community Reviews Summary of 195 reviews

Moods

funny 90%
lighthearted 70%
adventurous 40%
reflective 30%
emotional 20%
hopeful 20%
mysterious 20%
relaxing 10%
tense 10%

Pace

fast 70%
medium 20%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 25% | Character: 12% | N/A: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | N/A: 12% | Yes: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 28% | No: 14% | N/A: 14%

Average rating

3.51

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