Papillon
by Henri Charrière
Papillon by Henri Charrière holds a highly rated rating of 4.23 out of 5, based on 39.1K reader ratings. First published in 1969. The book spans 544 pages.
About Papillon
Henri Charrière, called "Papillon," for the butterfly tattoo on his chest, was convicted in Paris in 1931 of a murder he did not commit. Sentenced to life imprisonment in the penal colony of French Guiana, he became obsessed with one goal: escape. After planning and executing a series of treacherous yet failed attempts over many years, he was eventually sent to the notorious prison, Devil's Island, a place from which no one had ever escaped . . . until Papillon. His flight to freedom remains one of the most incredible feats of human cunning, will, and endurance ever undertaken.Charrière's astonishing autobiography, Papillon, was published in France to instant acclaim in 1968, more than twenty years after his final escape. Since then, it has become a treasured classic -- the gripping, shocking, ultimately uplifting odyssey of an innocent man who simply would not be defeated.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Henri Charrière |
| Published | 1969 |
| Pages | 544 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Classics, Biography & Memoir, History |
| Average Rating | 4.23 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 39,073 |
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What genre is Papillon?
Papillon is categorized as Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Classics, Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is Papillon worth reading?
Based on 39.1K reader ratings, Papillon has an average score of 4.23 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Papillon?
Papillon has 544 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Papillon?
Papillon was written by Henri Charrière. It was first published in 1969.
What is the ISBN for Papillon?
The ISBN-13 for Papillon is 9780061120660.0.
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