The Guns of August
by Claire North
The Guns of August by Claire North holds a highly rated rating of 4.18 out of 5, based on 35.1K reader ratings. First published in 1962. The book spans 405 pages.
About The Guns of August
Some stories cannot be told in just one lifetime. Harry August is on his deathbed. Again. No matter what he does or the decisions he makes, when death comes, Harry always returns to where he began, a child with all the knowledge of a life he has already lived a dozen times before. Nothing ever changes. Until now. As Harry nears the end of his eleventh life, a little girl appears at his bedside. "I nearly missed you, Doctor August," she says. "I need to send a message." This is the story of what Harry does next, and what he did before, and how he tries to save a past he cannot change and a future he cannot allow.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Claire North |
| Published | 1962 |
| Pages | 405 |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.18 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 35,147 |
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What genre is The Guns of August?
The Guns of August is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Guns of August worth reading?
Based on 35.1K reader ratings, The Guns of August has an average score of 4.18 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Guns of August?
The Guns of August has 405 pages.
Who wrote The Guns of August?
The Guns of August was written by Claire North. It was first published in 1962.
What is the ISBN for The Guns of August?
The ISBN-13 for The Guns of August is 9780345476100.0.
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