Nightfall
by Isaac Asimov, Robert Silverberg
Nightfall by Isaac Asimov, Robert Silverberg holds a highly rated rating of 4.01 out of 5, based on 21.7K reader ratings. First published in 1970. The book spans 339 pages.
About Nightfall
Imagine living on a planet with six suns that never experiences Darkness. Imagine never having seen the Stars. Then, one by one your suns start to set, gradually leading you into Darkness for the first time ever. Image the terror of such a Nightfall.Scientists on the planet Kalgash discover that an eclipse - an event that occurs only every 2049 years - is imminent, and that a society unfamiliar with Darkness will be plunged into madness and chaos. They realize that their civilization will end, for the people of Kalgash have a proven fear of Darkness, but they are unable to predict the insanity and destruction that will accompany the awesome splendor of Nightfall.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Isaac Asimov, Robert Silverberg |
| Published | 1970 |
| Pages | 339 |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.01 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 21,683 |
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What genre is Nightfall?
Nightfall is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Nightfall worth reading?
Based on 21.7K reader ratings, Nightfall has an average score of 4.01 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Nightfall?
Nightfall has 339 pages.
Who wrote Nightfall?
Nightfall was written by Isaac Asimov, Robert Silverberg. It was first published in 1970.
What is the ISBN for Nightfall?
The ISBN-13 for Nightfall is 9780553291000.0.
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