The House of God
by Samuel Shem, John Updike
The House of God by Samuel Shem, John Updike holds a well received rating of 3.95 out of 5, based on 8.8K reader ratings. First published in 1978. The book spans 416 pages.
About The House of God
The hilarious novel of the healing arts that reveals everything your doctor never wanted you to know. Six eager interns—they saw themselves as modern saviors-to-be. They came from the top of their medical school class to the bottom of the hospital staff to serve a year in the time-honored tradition, racing to answer the flash of on-duty call lights and nubile nurses. But only the Fat Man—the Clam, all-knowing resident—could sustain them in their struggle to survive, to stay sane, to love and even to be doctors when their harrowing year was done.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Samuel Shem, John Updike |
| Published | 1978 |
| Pages | 416 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.95 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 8,812 |
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What genre is The House of God?
The House of God is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is The House of God worth reading?
Based on 8.8K reader ratings, The House of God has an average score of 3.95 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The House of God?
The House of God has 416 pages.
Who wrote The House of God?
The House of God was written by Samuel Shem, John Updike. It was first published in 1978.
What is the ISBN for The House of God?
The ISBN-13 for The House of God is 9780385337380.0.
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