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Armor

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Science Fiction Fiction Fantasy

by John Steakley

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4.12 (13.3K ratings)
calendar_today 1984
description 426 pages

Armor by John Steakley holds a highly rated rating of 4.12 out of 5, based on 13.3K reader ratings. First published in 1984. The book spans 426 pages.

About Armor

Alternate cover edition can be found here. The military sci-fi classic in a striking new packageFelix is an Earth soldier, encased in special body armor designed to withstand Earth's most implacable enemy-a bioengineered, insectoid alien horde. But Felix is also equipped with internal mechanisms that enable him, and his fellow soldiers, to survive battle situations that would destroy a man's mind.This is a remarkable novel of the horror, the courage, and the aftermath of combat--and how the strength of the human spirit can be the greatest armor of all.

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Author John Steakley
Published 1984
Pages 426
Genres Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy
Average Rating 4.12 / 5.00
Total Ratings 13,330

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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13.3K ratings
With a rating of 4.12, Armor is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.01, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Armor?

Armor is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Armor worth reading?

Based on 13.3K reader ratings, Armor has an average score of 4.12 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is Armor?

Armor has 426 pages.

Who wrote Armor?

Armor was written by John Steakley. It was first published in 1984.

What is the ISBN for Armor?

The ISBN-13 for Armor is 9780886773690.0.

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