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Earth Abides

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Science Fiction Fiction Classics Fantasy

by George R. Stewart

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3.96 (17.2K ratings)
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description 345 pages

Earth Abides by George R. Stewart holds a well received rating of 3.96 out of 5, based on 17.2K reader ratings. First published in 1949. The book spans 345 pages.

About Earth Abides

A disease of unparalleled destructive force has sprung up almost simultaneously in every corner of the globe, all but destroying the human race. One survivor, strangely immune to the effects of the epidemic, ventures forward to experience a world without man. What he ultimately discovers will prove far more astonishing than anything he'd either dreaded or hoped for.

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Author George R. Stewart
Published 1949
Pages 345
Genres Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy
Average Rating 3.96 / 5.00
Total Ratings 17,200

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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17.2K ratings
With a rating of 3.96, Earth Abides is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.01, it performs on par.

How It Compares

3.96
This Book
4.01
Fantasy Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Earth Abides?

Earth Abides is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Earth Abides worth reading?

Based on 17.2K reader ratings, Earth Abides has an average score of 3.96 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Earth Abides?

Earth Abides has 345 pages.

Who wrote Earth Abides?

Earth Abides was written by George R. Stewart. It was first published in 1949.

What is the ISBN for Earth Abides?

The ISBN-13 for Earth Abides is 9780345487130.0.

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