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The Omen

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Horror Fiction Classics Fantasy Mystery & Thriller

by David Seltzer

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3.99 (49.9K ratings)
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description 272 pages

The Omen by David Seltzer holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 49.9K reader ratings. First published in 1976. The book spans 272 pages.

About The Omen

Now updated, this classic tale of the antichrist who comes to Earth in the form of a young boy is available in time for 20th Century Fox's contemporary remake of the 1976 classic film, starring Liev Schreiber, Julia Stiles, and Mia Farrow, scheduled for release on June 6, 2006. Reissue.

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Author David Seltzer
Published 1976
Pages 272
Genres Horror, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller
Average Rating 3.99 / 5.00
Total Ratings 49,935

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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49.9K ratings
With a rating of 3.99, The Omen is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.96, it performs on par.

How It Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Omen?

The Omen is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Omen worth reading?

Based on 49.9K reader ratings, The Omen has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Omen?

The Omen has 272 pages.

Who wrote The Omen?

The Omen was written by David Seltzer. It was first published in 1976.

What is the ISBN for The Omen?

The ISBN-13 for The Omen is 9780451219430.0.

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