The Pastoral Symphony by André Gide

The Pastoral Symphony

André Gide with Walter Ballenberger (Translator)

82 pages first pub 1911 (editions)

fiction classics reflective sad slow-paced
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This story is set in the late 1890’s which at first glace might make one feel that the story is outdated. No one in the modern world would have any trouble recognizing the emotions of the characters, however, which are timeless. A modern film vers...

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Community Reviews Summary of 309 reviews

Moods

reflective 75%
emotional 62%
sad 45%
dark 25%
lighthearted 8%
challenging 4%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 4%
relaxing 4%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 36%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 64% | A mix: 35%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

No: 47% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.36

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