The Adventures of Captain Underpants (Captain Underpants, #1)
by Dav Pilkey
The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey holds a well received rating of 3.84 out of 5, based on 22.5K reader ratings. First published in 1997. The book spans 125 pages.
About The Adventures of Captain Underpants
Pilkey plays with words and pictures, providing great entertainment. The story is immediately engaging—two fourth-grade boys who write comic books and love to pull pranks find themselves in big trouble. Mean Mr. Krupp, their principal, videotapes George and Harold setting up their stunts and threatens to expose them. The boys' luck changes when they send for a 3-D Hypno-Ring and hypnotize Krupp, turning him into Captain Underpants, their own superhero creation. Later, Pilkey includes several pages of flip-o-ramas that animate the action. The simple black-and-white illustrations on every page furnish comic-strip appeal. The cover features Captain Underpants, resplendent in white briefs, on top of a tall building. This book will fly off the shelves.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Dav Pilkey |
| Published | 1997 |
| Pages | 125 |
| Genres | Fiction, Comics & Graphic Novels, Comics & Graphic Novels, Fantasy, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 3.84 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 22,535 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is The Adventures of Captain Underpants?
The Adventures of Captain Underpants is categorized as Fiction, Comics & Graphic Novels, Comics & Graphic Novels, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Adventures of Captain Underpants worth reading?
Based on 22.5K reader ratings, The Adventures of Captain Underpants has an average score of 3.84 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Adventures of Captain Underpants?
The Adventures of Captain Underpants has 125 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Adventures of Captain Underpants?
The Adventures of Captain Underpants was written by Dav Pilkey. It was first published in 1997.
What is the ISBN for The Adventures of Captain Underpants?
The ISBN-13 for The Adventures of Captain Underpants is 9780439014570.0.
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