The City of Ember (Book of Ember, #1)
by Jeanne DuPrau
The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau holds a well received rating of 3.85 out of 5, based on 198.8K reader ratings. First published in 2003. The book spans 288 pages.
About The City of Ember
An alternate cover edition can be found here.Many hundreds of years ago, the city of Ember was created by the Builders to contain everything needed for human survival. It worked…but now the storerooms are almost out of food, crops are blighted, corruption is spreading through the city and worst of all—the lights are failing. Soon Ember could be engulfed by darkness…But when two children, Lina and Doon, discover fragments of an ancient parchment, they begin to wonder if there could be a way out of Ember. Can they decipher the words from long ago and find a new future for everyone? Will the people of Ember listen to them?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jeanne DuPrau |
| Published | 2003 |
| Pages | 288 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.85 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 198,809 |
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What genre is The City of Ember?
The City of Ember is categorized as Young Adult, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The City of Ember worth reading?
Based on 198.8K reader ratings, The City of Ember has an average score of 3.85 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The City of Ember?
The City of Ember has 288 pages.
Who wrote The City of Ember?
The City of Ember was written by Jeanne DuPrau. It was first published in 2003.
What is the ISBN for The City of Ember?
The ISBN-13 for The City of Ember is 9780375822740.0.
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