The Great God Pan by Arthur Machen

The Great God Pan

Arthur Machen

42 pages first pub 1890 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy horror dark mysterious medium-paced
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For readers who revel in the eerie and the unknown, The Great God Pan by Arthur Machen is a haunting and provocative tale that will transport them to a realm where the boundaries between reality and the dark, primeval forces of nature are blurred, inviting them to confront the mysteries of the human psyche and the power of the unknown.

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When Mr. Clarke agrees to visit his friend Dr. Raymond, he is dubious about the proceedings he is to witness. In pursuit of what Raymond calls "transcendental science," the doctor intends to make a small incision in a woman's brain, allowing her t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,733 reviews

Moods

dark 95%
mysterious 82%
tense 37%
challenging 17%
adventurous 13%
reflective 6%
sad 6%
emotional 3%
informative 1%
inspiring 1%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 30%
slow 23%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | A mix: 22% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

No: 68% | It's complicated: 19% | Yes: 6% | N/A: 5%

Loveable characters?

No: 70% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 10% | Yes: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 88% | N/A: 6% | It's complicated: 3% | Yes: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 41% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 10%

Average rating

3.45

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