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A Clockwork Orange

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Classics Fiction Science Fiction Horror Mystery & Thriller

by Anthony Burgess

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3.98 (431.2K ratings)
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description 192 pages

A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 431.2K reader ratings. First published in 1962. The book spans 192 pages.

About A Clockwork Orange

A vicious fifteen-year-old droog is the central character of this 1963 classic. In Anthony Burgess's nightmare vision of the future, where criminals take over after dark, the story is told by the central character, Alex, who talks in a brutal invented slang that brilliantly renders his and his friends' social pathology. A Clockwork Orange is a frightening fable about good and evil, and the meaning of human freedom. And when the state undertakes to reform Alex to "redeem" him, the novel asks, "At what cost?"This edition includes the controversial last chapter not published in the first edition and Burgess's introduction "A Clockwork Orange Resucked."

Detail Value
Author Anthony Burgess
Published 1962
Pages 192
Kindle Price $8.61
Genres Classics, Fiction, Science Fiction, Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Average Rating 3.98 / 5.00
Total Ratings 431,195

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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431.2K ratings
With a rating of 3.98, A Clockwork Orange is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs on par. With 431.2K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

3.98
This Book
4.03
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is A Clockwork Orange?

A Clockwork Orange is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Science Fiction, Horror. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is A Clockwork Orange worth reading?

Based on 431.2K reader ratings, A Clockwork Orange 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 A Clockwork Orange?

A Clockwork Orange has 192 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote A Clockwork Orange?

A Clockwork Orange was written by Anthony Burgess. It was first published in 1962.

What is the ISBN for A Clockwork Orange?

The ISBN-13 for A Clockwork Orange is 9780393312840.0.

How much does A Clockwork Orange cost on Kindle?

A Clockwork Orange is available on Kindle for $8.61. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.

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