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Mr. Popper’s Penguins

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Fiction Classics Young Adult Fantasy

by Richard Atwater, Florence Atwater, Robert Lawson

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3.95 (49K ratings)
calendar_today 1938
description 139 pages

Mr. Popper's Penguins by Richard Atwater, Florence Atwater, Robert Lawson holds a well received rating of 3.95 out of 5, based on 49K reader ratings. First published in 1938. The book spans 139 pages.

About Mr. Popper's Penguins

The Poppers unexpectedly come into possession of a penguin, then get a penguin from the zoo who mates with the first penguin to have 10 baby penguins. Before long, something must be done before they eat the Poppers out of house and home!

A classic of American humor, this story of a gentle housepainter and his high stepping penguins has delighted children for generations.

Detail Value
Author Richard Atwater, Florence Atwater, Robert Lawson
Published 1938
Pages 139
Genres Fiction, Classics, Young Adult, Fantasy
Average Rating 3.95 / 5.00
Total Ratings 48,964

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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49K ratings
With a rating of 3.95, Mr. Popper's Penguins is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs on par.

How It Compares

3.95
This Book
3.99
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Mr. Popper's Penguins?

Mr. Popper's Penguins is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Young Adult, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Mr. Popper's Penguins worth reading?

Based on 49K reader ratings, Mr. Popper's Penguins has an average score of 3.95 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Mr. Popper's Penguins?

Mr. Popper's Penguins has 139 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote Mr. Popper's Penguins?

Mr. Popper's Penguins was written by Richard Atwater, Florence Atwater, Robert Lawson. It was first published in 1938.

What is the ISBN for Mr. Popper's Penguins?

The ISBN-13 for Mr. Popper's Penguins is 9780316058440.0.

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