The Phoenix and the Carpet by E. Nesbit

The Phoenix and the Carpet

Five Children #2

E. Nesbit

306 pages first pub 1904 (editions)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
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For readers who delight in whimsical adventures, nostalgic tales of Edwardian England, and the magic of childhood, The Phoenix and the Carpet by E. Nesbit is a charming and enchanting read that will transport them to a world of wonder and possibility.

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When Cyril, Anthea, Robert and Jane's bright idea of testing their fireworks in the nursery grate results in cross parents and a burnt carpet, the children think that's the end of it. But when the new carpet arrives and is unrolled, a mysterious o...

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Community Reviews

3.8
based on 672 reviews

Moods

lighthearted: 93%

adventurous: 86%

funny: 33%

challenging: 6%

mysterious: 6%

relaxing: 6%


Pace

25% of readers chose fast
62% of readers chose medium
12% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

22% of readers chose Plot
44% of readers chose A mix
33% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

27% of readers chose Yes
9% of readers chose Complicated
54% of readers chose No
9% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

72% of readers chose Yes
27% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Diverse cast of characters?

30% of readers chose Yes
10% of readers chose Complicated
60% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

45% of readers chose Yes
9% of readers chose Complicated
45% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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