Ship Breaker (Ship Breaker, #1)
by Paolo Bacigalupi
Ship Breaker by Paolo Bacigalupi holds a well received rating of 3.74 out of 5, based on 31.9K reader ratings. First published in 2010. The book spans 326 pages.
About Ship Breaker
In America's Gulf Coast region, where grounded oil tankers are being broken down for parts, Nailer, a teenage boy, works the light crew, scavenging for copper wiring just to make quota--and hopefully live to see another day. But when, by luck or chance, he discovers an exquisite clipper ship beached during a recent hurricane, Nailer faces the most important decision of his life: Strip the ship for all it's worth or rescue its lone survivor, a beautiful and wealthy girl who could lead him to a better life...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Paolo Bacigalupi |
| Published | 2010 |
| Pages | 326 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 3.74 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 31,911 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is Ship Breaker?
Ship Breaker is categorized as Young Adult, Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Ship Breaker worth reading?
Based on 31.9K reader ratings, Ship Breaker has an average score of 3.74 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Ship Breaker?
Ship Breaker has 326 pages.
Who wrote Ship Breaker?
Ship Breaker was written by Paolo Bacigalupi. It was first published in 2010.
What is the ISBN for Ship Breaker?
The ISBN-13 for Ship Breaker is 9780316056210.0.
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