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A Canticle for Leibowitz

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Science Fiction Fiction Classics Fantasy Religion & Spirituality

by Walter M. Miller Jr.

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3.97 (66.7K ratings)
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description 334 pages

A Canticle for Leibowitz by Walter M. Miller Jr. holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 66.7K reader ratings. First published in 1959. The book spans 334 pages.

About A Canticle for Leibowitz

In a nightmarish ruined world slowly awakening to the light after sleeping in darkness, the infant rediscoveries of science are secretly nourished by cloistered monks dedicated to the study and preservation of the relics and writings of the blessed Saint Isaac Leibowitz. From here the story spans centuries of ignorance, violence, and barbarism, viewing through a sharp, satirical eye the relentless progression of a human race damned by its inherent humanness to recelebrate its grand foibles and repeat its grievous mistakes.

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Author Walter M. Miller Jr.
Published 1959
Pages 334
Genres Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy, Religion & Spirituality
Average Rating 3.97 / 5.00
Total Ratings 66,721

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With a rating of 3.97, A Canticle for Leibowitz is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.01, it performs on par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is A Canticle for Leibowitz?

A Canticle for Leibowitz is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is A Canticle for Leibowitz worth reading?

Based on 66.7K reader ratings, A Canticle for Leibowitz has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is A Canticle for Leibowitz?

A Canticle for Leibowitz has 334 pages.

Who wrote A Canticle for Leibowitz?

A Canticle for Leibowitz was written by Walter M. Miller Jr.. It was first published in 1959.

What is the ISBN for A Canticle for Leibowitz?

The ISBN-13 for A Canticle for Leibowitz is 9780060893000.0.

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