On the Road
by Jack Kerouac
On the Road by Jack Kerouac holds a well received rating of 3.64 out of 5, based on 246.6K reader ratings. First published in 1955. The book spans 307 pages.
About On the Road
A quintessential novel of America & the Beat Generation On the Road chronicles Jack Kerouac's years traveling the N. American continent with his friend Neal Cassady, "a sideburned hero of the snowy West." As "Sal Paradise" & "Dean Moriarty," the two roam the country in a quest for self-knowledge & experience. Kerouac's love of America, compassion for humanity & sense of language as jazz combine to make On the Road an inspirational work of lasting importance. This classic novel of freedom & longing defined what it meant to be "Beat" & has inspired every generation since its initial publication.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jack Kerouac |
| Published | 1955 |
| Pages | 307 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Travel |
| Average Rating | 3.64 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 246,602 |
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What genre is On the Road?
On the Road is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Travel. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is On the Road worth reading?
Based on 246.6K reader ratings, On the Road has an average score of 3.64 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is On the Road?
On the Road has 307 pages.
Who wrote On the Road?
On the Road was written by Jack Kerouac. It was first published in 1955.
What is the ISBN for On the Road?
The ISBN-13 for On the Road is 9780140042600.0.
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