Tales of Ordinary Madness
by Charles Bukowski
Tales of Ordinary Madness by Charles Bukowski holds a highly rated rating of 4.00 out of 5, based on 14K reader ratings. First published in 1978. The book spans 238 pages.
About Tales of Ordinary Madness
Inspired by D.H. Lawrence, Chekhov and Hemingway, Bukowski's writing is passionate, extreme and has attracted a cult following, while his life was as weird and wild as the tales he wrote. This collection of short stories gives an insight into the dark, dangerous lowlife of Los Angeles that Bukowski inhabited.From prostitutes to classical music, Bukowski ingeniously mixes high and low culture in his 'tales of ordinary madness'. These are angry yet tender, humorous and haunting portrayals of life in the underbelly of Los Angeles.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Charles Bukowski |
| Published | 1978 |
| Pages | 238 |
| Genres | Fiction, Poetry, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.00 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,995 |
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What genre is Tales of Ordinary Madness?
Tales of Ordinary Madness is categorized as Fiction, Poetry, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is Tales of Ordinary Madness worth reading?
Based on 14K reader ratings, Tales of Ordinary Madness has an average score of 4.00 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Tales of Ordinary Madness?
Tales of Ordinary Madness has 238 pages.
Who wrote Tales of Ordinary Madness?
Tales of Ordinary Madness was written by Charles Bukowski. It was first published in 1978.
What is the ISBN for Tales of Ordinary Madness?
The ISBN-13 for Tales of Ordinary Madness is 9780872861560.0.
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