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Henderson the Rain King

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Fiction Classics

by Saul Bellow, Luciano Bianciardi

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3.79 (11.2K ratings)
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description 341 pages

Henderson the Rain King by Saul Bellow, Luciano Bianciardi holds a well received rating of 3.79 out of 5, based on 11.2K reader ratings. First published in 1959. The book spans 341 pages.

About Henderson the Rain King

Henderson has come to Africa on a spiritual safari, a quest for the truth. His feats of strength, his passion for life, and, most importantly, his inadvertant success in bringing rain have made him a god-like figure among the tribes.

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Author Saul Bellow, Luciano Bianciardi
Published 1959
Pages 341
Genres Fiction, Classics
Average Rating 3.79 / 5.00
Total Ratings 11,226

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.8
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11.2K ratings
With a rating of 3.79, Henderson the Rain King is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.79
This Book
3.99
Classics Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Henderson the Rain King?

Henderson the Rain King is categorized as Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Classics.

Is Henderson the Rain King worth reading?

Based on 11.2K reader ratings, Henderson the Rain King has an average score of 3.79 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Henderson the Rain King?

Henderson the Rain King has 341 pages.

Who wrote Henderson the Rain King?

Henderson the Rain King was written by Saul Bellow, Luciano Bianciardi. It was first published in 1959.

What is the ISBN for Henderson the Rain King?

The ISBN-13 for Henderson the Rain King is 9780140189420.0.

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