The Bell Jar
by Sylvia Plath
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 401.6K reader ratings. First published in 1963. The book spans 294 pages.
About The Bell Jar
The Bell Jar chronicles the crack-up of Esther Greenwood: brilliant, beautiful, enormously talented, and successful, but slowly going under—maybe for the last time. Sylvia Plath masterfully draws the reader into Esther's breakdown with such intensity that Esther's insanity becomes completely real and even rational, as probable and accessible an experience as going to the movies. Such deep penetration into the dark and harrowing corners of the psyche is an extraordinary accomplishment and has made The Bell Jar a haunting American classic.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sylvia Plath |
| Published | 1963 |
| Pages | 294 |
| Kindle Price | $0.0 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Psychology, Poetry |
| Average Rating | 3.98 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 401,605 |
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What genre is The Bell Jar?
The Bell Jar is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Psychology, Poetry. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is The Bell Jar worth reading?
Based on 401.6K reader ratings, The Bell Jar has an average score of 3.98 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Bell Jar?
The Bell Jar has 294 pages.
Who wrote The Bell Jar?
The Bell Jar was written by Sylvia Plath. It was first published in 1963.
What is the ISBN for The Bell Jar?
The ISBN-13 for The Bell Jar is 9780061148510.0.
How much does The Bell Jar cost on Kindle?
The Bell Jar is currently available as a free Kindle download.
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