The History of Mr Polly by H.G. Wells

The History of Mr Polly

H.G. Wells

440 pages first pub 1910 (editions)

fiction classics reflective slow-paced
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The History of Mr Polly by H.G. Wells is ideal for readers who enjoy wryly humorous, character-driven tales of ordinary individuals seeking purpose and quiet rebellion against life's mundanity.

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The History of Mr. Polly is a 1910 comic novel by H. G. Wells.The protagonist of The History of Mr. Polly is an antihero inspired by H. G. Wells's early experiences in the drapery trade: Alfred Polly, born circa 1870, a timid and directionless you...

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Community Reviews

3.44
based on 139 reviews

Moods

funny: 75%

lighthearted: 62%

adventurous: 50%

hopeful: 50%

reflective: 50%

dark: 37%

challenging: 25%

inspiring: 25%

tense: 25%

emotional: 12%

mysterious: 12%

relaxing: 12%

sad: 12%


Pace

28% of readers chose fast
28% of readers chose medium
42% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

33% of readers chose A mix
66% of readers chose Character
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

50% of readers chose Yes
25% of readers chose Complicated
25% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

50% of readers chose Yes
50% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Diverse cast of characters?

100% of readers chose No
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

75% of readers chose Yes
25% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

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