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Ariel

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Poetry Classics Fiction

by Sylvia Plath

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4.23 (35.6K ratings)
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description 105 pages

Ariel by Sylvia Plath holds a highly rated rating of 4.23 out of 5, based on 35.6K reader ratings. First published in 1965. The book spans 105 pages.

About Ariel

Sylvia Plath's celebrated collection.When Sylvia Plath died, she not only left behind a prolific life but also her unpublished literary masterpiece, Ariel. Her husband, Ted Hughes, brought the collection to life in 1966, and its publication garnered worldwide acclaim. This collection showcases the beloved poet’s brilliant, provoking, and always moving poems, including "Ariel" and once again shows why readers have fallen in love with her work throughout the generations.

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Author Sylvia Plath
Published 1965
Pages 105
Genres Poetry, Classics, Fiction
Average Rating 4.23 / 5.00
Total Ratings 35,566

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.2
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35.6K ratings
With a rating of 4.23, Ariel is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.11, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

4.23
This Book
4.11
Classics Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Ariel?

Ariel is categorized as Poetry, Classics, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Classics.

Is Ariel worth reading?

Based on 35.6K reader ratings, Ariel has an average score of 4.23 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is Ariel?

Ariel has 105 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote Ariel?

Ariel was written by Sylvia Plath. It was first published in 1965.

What is the ISBN for Ariel?

The ISBN-13 for Ariel is 9780060931730.0.

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