Tales of the City (Tales of the City, #1)
by Armistead Maupin
Tales of the City by Armistead Maupin holds a highly rated rating of 4.06 out of 5, based on 23.7K reader ratings. First published in 1978. The book spans 272 pages.
About Tales of the City
San Francisco, 1976. A naïve young secretary, fresh out of Cleveland, tumbles headlong into a brave new world of laundromat Lotharios, pot-growing landladies, cut throat debutantes, and Jockey Shorts dance contests. The saga that ensues is manic, romantic, tawdry, touching, and outrageous—unmistakably the handiwork of Armistead Maupin.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Armistead Maupin |
| Published | 1978 |
| Pages | 272 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.06 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 23,666 |
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What genre is Tales of the City?
Tales of the City is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is Tales of the City worth reading?
Based on 23.7K reader ratings, Tales of the City has an average score of 4.06 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Tales of the City?
Tales of the City has 272 pages.
Who wrote Tales of the City?
Tales of the City was written by Armistead Maupin. It was first published in 1978.
What is the ISBN for Tales of the City?
The ISBN-13 for Tales of the City is 9780552998760.0.
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