In the Night Kitchen
by Maurice Sendak
In the Night Kitchen by Maurice Sendak holds a highly rated rating of 4.06 out of 5, based on 13.3K reader ratings. First published in 1970. The book spans 40 pages.
About In the Night Kitchen
Sendak's hero Mickey falls through the dark into the Night Kitchen where three fat bakers are making the morning cake. So begins an intoxicating dream fantasy, described by the artist himself as 'a fantasy ten feet deep in reality'.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Maurice Sendak |
| Published | 1970 |
| Pages | 40 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fantasy, Classics, Comics & Graphic Novels |
| Average Rating | 4.06 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,263 |
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What genre is In the Night Kitchen?
In the Night Kitchen is categorized as Fiction, Fantasy, Classics, Comics & Graphic Novels. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is In the Night Kitchen worth reading?
Based on 13.3K reader ratings, In the Night Kitchen has an average score of 4.06 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is In the Night Kitchen?
In the Night Kitchen has 40 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote In the Night Kitchen?
In the Night Kitchen was written by Maurice Sendak. It was first published in 1970.
What is the ISBN for In the Night Kitchen?
The ISBN-13 for In the Night Kitchen is 9780099417480.0.
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