Talk:The Wild Things

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Too long? The plot summary is a totally incomplete stub, how can it be too long?

can somebody please add some stuff to this, it's just sad how tiny the page is —Preceding unsigned comment added by 174.154.93.225 (talk) 23:59, 8 December 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Rationale for B-class assessment

Rationale:

Comprehensiveness: The article covers the main aspects of the novel, including its development, plot and themes, critical reception, and an award. It provides a good overview of the book's context, its relationship to the original "Where the Wild Things Are" story, and its unique characteristics.
Structure: The article is well-organized, with clear sections for development, plot and themes, critical reception, and awards. This structure helps readers navigate the information easily.
References: The article includes six references supporting the main claims. The sources appear reliable, including reputable publications like The New Yorker and The Globe and Mail.
Writing style: The prose is clear and concise, effectively communicating the novel's key points.
Neutrality: The article maintains a neutral tone, presenting information without apparent bias.
Length: While not exhaustive, the article provides substantial information for a B-class article.

However, some areas prevent it from reaching A-class:

The plot and themes section could be more detailed, including specific examples from the novel to illustrate the points made.
The critical reception section is brief and could benefit from more diverse viewpoints or specific critic quotes.
The article needs more information on the book's publication details, such as publisher and editions.
There is no mention of the novel's impact or legacy, if any.
Some statements could benefit from additional citations to strengthen the article's verifiability.

To reach A-class, the article must address these points, expand on the content, and provide more comprehensive coverage of the novel. Bookleo (talk) 14:38, 13 September 2024 (UTC)[reply]