The Wall
by Jean-Paul Sartre
The Wall by Jean-Paul Sartre holds a highly rated rating of 4.07 out of 5, based on 12.2K reader ratings. First published in 1939. The book spans 183 pages.
About The Wall
'The Wall', the lead story in this collection, introduces three political prisoners on the night prior to their execution. Through the gaze of an impartial doctor--seemingly there for the men's solace--their mental descent is charted in exquisite, often harrowing detail. And as the morning draws inexorably closer, the men cross the psychological wall between life and death, long before the first shot rings out.This brilliant snapshot of life in anguish is the perfect introduction to a collection of stories where the neurosis of the modern world is mirrored in the lives of the people that inhabit it.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jean-Paul Sartre |
| Published | 1939 |
| Pages | 183 |
| Genres | Philosophy, Fiction, Classics, Psychology |
| Average Rating | 4.07 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 12,180 |
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What genre is The Wall?
The Wall is categorized as Philosophy, Fiction, Classics, Psychology. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is The Wall worth reading?
Based on 12.2K reader ratings, The Wall has an average score of 4.07 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Wall?
The Wall has 183 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Wall?
The Wall was written by Jean-Paul Sartre. It was first published in 1939.
What is the ISBN for The Wall?
The ISBN-13 for The Wall is 9781843914010.0.
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