The Confusion (The Baroque Cycle, #2)
by Neal Stephenson
The Confusion by Neal Stephenson holds a highly rated rating of 4.24 out of 5, based on 17.4K reader ratings. First published in 2004. The book spans 815 pages.
About The Confusion
In the year 1689, a cabal of Barbary galley slaves -- including one Jack Shaftoe, aka King of the Vagabonds, aka Half-Cocked Jack -- devises a daring plan to win freedom and fortune. A great adventure ensues -- a perilous race for an enormous prize of silver ... nay, gold ... nay, legendary gold.In Europe, the exquisite and resourceful Eliza, Countess de la Zeur, is stripped of her immense personal fortune by France's most dashing privateer. Penniless and at risk from those who desire either her or her head (or both), she is caught up in a web of international intrigue, even as she desperately seeks the return of her most precious possession.Meanwhile, Newton and Leibniz continue to propound their grand theories as their infamous rivalry intensifies, stubborn alchemy does battle with the natural sciences, dastardly plots are set in motion ... and Daniel Waterhouse seeks passage to the Massachusetts colony in hopes of escaping the madness into which his world has descended.This P.S. edition features an extra 16 pages of insights into the book, including author interviews, recommended reading, and more.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Neal Stephenson |
| Published | 2004 |
| Pages | 815 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 4.24 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,381 |
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What genre is The Confusion?
The Confusion is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Confusion worth reading?
Based on 17.4K reader ratings, The Confusion has an average score of 4.24 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Confusion?
The Confusion has 815 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Confusion?
The Confusion was written by Neal Stephenson. It was first published in 2004.
What is the ISBN for The Confusion?
The ISBN-13 for The Confusion is 9780060733350.0.
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