The Clan of the Cave Bear (Earth’s Children, #1)
by Jean M. Auel
The Clan of the Cave Bear by Jean M. Auel holds a highly rated rating of 4.02 out of 5, based on 176.1K reader ratings. First published in 1980. The book spans 512 pages.
About The Clan of the Cave Bear
This novel of awesome beauty and power is a moving saga about people, relationships, and the boundaries of love. Through Jean M. Auel's magnificent storytelling we are taken back to the dawn of modern humans, and with a girl named Ayla we are swept up in the harsh and beautiful Ice Age world they shared with the ones who called themselves the Clan of the Cave Bear. A natural disaster leaves the young girl wandering alone in an unfamiliar and dangerous land until she is found by a woman of the Clan, people very different from her own kind. To them, blond, blue-eyed Ayla looks peculiar and ugly--she is one of the Others, those who have moved into their ancient homeland; but Iza cannot leave the girl to die and takes her with them. Iza and Creb, the old Mog-ur, grow to love her, and as Ayla learns the ways of the Clan and Iza's way of healing, most come to accept her. But the brutal and proud youth who is destined to become their next leader sees her differences as a threat to his authority. He develops a deep and abiding hatred for the strange girl of the Others who lives in their midst, and is determined to get his revenge.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jean M. Auel |
| Published | 1980 |
| Pages | 512 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Classics, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.02 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 176,062 |
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What genre is The Clan of the Cave Bear?
The Clan of the Cave Bear is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Clan of the Cave Bear worth reading?
Based on 176.1K reader ratings, The Clan of the Cave Bear has an average score of 4.02 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Clan of the Cave Bear?
The Clan of the Cave Bear has 512 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Clan of the Cave Bear?
The Clan of the Cave Bear was written by Jean M. Auel. It was first published in 1980.
What is the ISBN for The Clan of the Cave Bear?
The ISBN-13 for The Clan of the Cave Bear is 9780553381670.0.
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