The Phantom of the Opera
by Gaston Leroux, Alexander Teixeira de Mattos
The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux, Alexander Teixeira de Mattos holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 141.1K reader ratings. First published in 1909. The book spans 360 pages.
About The Phantom of the Opera
First published in French as a serial in 1909, The Phantom of the Opera is a riveting story that revolves around the young, Swedish Christine Daaé. Her father, a famous musician, dies, and she is raised in the Paris Opera House with his dying promise of a protective angel of music to guide her. After a time at the opera house, she begins hearing a voice, who eventually teaches her how to sing beautifully. All goes well until Christine's childhood friend Raoul comes to visit his parents, who are patrons of the opera, and he sees Christine when she begins successfully singing on the stage. The voice, who is the deformed, murderous 'ghost' of the opera house named Erik, however, grows violent in his terrible jealousy, until Christine suddenly disappears. The phantom is in love, but it can only spell disaster.Leroux's work, with characters ranging from the spoiled prima donna Carlotta to the mysterious Persian from Erik's past, has been immortalized by memorable adaptations. Despite this, it remains a remarkable piece of Gothic horror literature in and of itself, deeper and darker than any version that follows.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Gaston Leroux, Alexander Teixeira de Mattos |
| Published | 1909 |
| Pages | 360 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Horror, Romance, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.97 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 141,110 |
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What genre is The Phantom of the Opera?
The Phantom of the Opera is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Horror, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Phantom of the Opera worth reading?
Based on 141.1K reader ratings, The Phantom of the Opera has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Phantom of the Opera?
The Phantom of the Opera has 360 pages.
Who wrote The Phantom of the Opera?
The Phantom of the Opera was written by Gaston Leroux, Alexander Teixeira de Mattos. It was first published in 1909.
What is the ISBN for The Phantom of the Opera?
The ISBN-13 for The Phantom of the Opera is 9780060809250.0.
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