Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories
by Philip Roth
Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories by Philip Roth holds a well received rating of 3.87 out of 5, based on 10.1K reader ratings. First published in 1959. The book spans 320 pages.
About Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories
Neil Klugman and pretty, spirited Brenda Patimkin - he of poor Newark, she of suburban Short Hills - meet one summer and dive into an affair that is as much about social class and suspicion as it is about love. The novella, the first book published by Phillip Roth, explores issues of both class and Jewish assimilation into American culture. It won the National Book Award in 1960.©1993 Phillip Roth (P)2009
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Philip Roth |
| Published | 1959 |
| Pages | 320 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.87 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,089 |
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What genre is Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories?
Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories is categorized as Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories worth reading?
Based on 10.1K reader ratings, Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories has an average score of 3.87 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories?
Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories has 320 pages.
Who wrote Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories?
Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories was written by Philip Roth. It was first published in 1959.
What is the ISBN for Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories?
The ISBN-13 for Goodbye, Columbus and Five Short Stories is 9780679601590.0.
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