Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast
by Robin McKinley
Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast by Robin McKinley holds a highly rated rating of 4.05 out of 5, based on 54.5K reader ratings. First published in 1978. The book spans 256 pages.
About Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast
A strange imprisonment...Beauty has never liked her nickname. She is thin and awkward; it is her two sisters who are the beautiful ones. But what she lacks in looks, she can perhaps make up for in courage.When her father comes home with the tale of an enchanted castle in the forest and the terrible promise he had to make to the Beast who lives there, Beauty knows she must go to the castle, a prisoner of her own free will. Her father protests that he will not let her go, but she answers, "Cannot a Beast be tamed?"Robin McKinley's beloved telling illuminates the unusual love story of a most unlikely couple, Beauty and the Beast.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Robin McKinley |
| Published | 1978 |
| Pages | 256 |
| Kindle Price | $7.59 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Romance, Young Adult, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.05 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 54,512 |
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What genre is Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast?
Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast is categorized as Fantasy, Romance, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast worth reading?
Based on 54.5K reader ratings, Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast has an average score of 4.05 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast?
Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast has 256 pages.
Who wrote Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast?
Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast was written by Robin McKinley. It was first published in 1978.
What is the ISBN for Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast?
The ISBN-13 for Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast is 9780064404780.0.
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Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast is available on Kindle for $7.59. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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