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Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values

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Philosophy Fiction Classics Religion & Spirituality Travel

by Robert M. Pirsig

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3.76 (139.4K ratings)
calendar_today 1974
description 540 pages

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values by Robert M. Pirsig holds a well received rating of 3.76 out of 5, based on 139.4K reader ratings. First published in 1974. The book spans 540 pages.

About Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values

Robert M. Pirsig's Zen & the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance is an examination of how we live, a meditation on how to live better set around the narration of a summer motorcycle trip across America's Northwest, undertaken by a father & his young son.

Detail Value
Author Robert M. Pirsig
Published 1974
Pages 540
Kindle Price $15.99
Genres Philosophy, Fiction, Classics, Religion & Spirituality, Travel
Average Rating 3.76 / 5.00
Total Ratings 139,411

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.8
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139.4K ratings
With a rating of 3.76, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.00, it performs below the genre benchmark. With 139.4K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

3.76
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values?

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values is categorized as Philosophy, Fiction, Classics, Religion & Spirituality. Its primary genre classification is Classics.

Is Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values worth reading?

Based on 139.4K reader ratings, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values has an average score of 3.76 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values?

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values has 540 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values?

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values was written by Robert M. Pirsig. It was first published in 1974.

What is the ISBN for Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values?

The ISBN-13 for Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values is 9780060589460.0.

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Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values is available on Kindle for $15.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.

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