The Prestige
by Christopher Priest
The Prestige by Christopher Priest holds a well received rating of 3.87 out of 5, based on 11.7K reader ratings. First published in 1995. The book spans 404 pages.
About The Prestige
In 1878, two young stage magicians clash in the dark during the course of a fraudulent séance. From this moment on, their lives become webs of deceit and revelation as they vie to outwit and expose one another.Their rivalry will take them to the peaks of their careers, but with terrible consequences. In the course of pursuing each other's ruin, they will deploy all the deception their magicians' craft can command--the highest misdirection and the darkest science.Blood will be spilled, but it will not be enough. In the end, their legacy will pass on for generations...to descendants who must, for their sanity's sake, untangle the puzzle left to them.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Christopher Priest |
| Published | 1995 |
| Pages | 404 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Science Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.87 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 11,701 |
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What genre is The Prestige?
The Prestige is categorized as Fiction, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Prestige worth reading?
Based on 11.7K reader ratings, The Prestige has an average score of 3.87 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Prestige?
The Prestige has 404 pages.
Who wrote The Prestige?
The Prestige was written by Christopher Priest. It was first published in 1995.
What is the ISBN for The Prestige?
The ISBN-13 for The Prestige is 9780312858860.0.
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