The Faerie Queene by Edmund Spenser

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The Faerie Queene by Edmund Spenser is a majestic and enchanting read that will captivate readers who delight in the timeless tales of chivalry, the mystique of Arthurian legend, and the rich symbolism of allegory, making it a perfect fit for those who crave a sweeping epic of virtue, honor, and the human condition.

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This remarkable poem, dedicated to Queen Elizabeth I, was Spenser's finest achievement. The first epic poem in modern English, The Faerie Queene combines dramatic narratives of chivalrous adventure with exquisite and picturesque episodes of pagean...

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Community Reviews

3.34
based on 918 reviews

Moods

challenging: 65%

adventurous: 62%

mysterious: 27%

reflective: 27%

funny: 17%

emotional: 10%

informative: 10%

dark: 6%

inspiring: 6%

lighthearted: 6%

sad: 6%

tense: 6%

hopeful: 3%


Pace

3% of readers chose fast
36% of readers chose medium
60% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

63% of readers chose Plot
22% of readers chose A mix
9% of readers chose Character
4% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
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Strong character development?

13% of readers chose Yes
39% of readers chose Complicated
39% of readers chose No
8% of readers chose N/A
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Complicated
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Loveable characters?

18% of readers chose Yes
27% of readers chose Complicated
45% of readers chose No
9% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

13% of readers chose Yes
4% of readers chose Complicated
82% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

50% of readers chose Yes
31% of readers chose Complicated
13% of readers chose No
4% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
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N/A

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