The White Dragon (Pern, #3)
by Anne McCaffrey
The White Dragon by Anne McCaffrey holds a highly rated rating of 4.17 out of 5, based on 33.2K reader ratings. First published in 1978. The book spans 468 pages.
About The White Dragon
Jaxom, a rebellious young aristocrat, and Ruth, his white dragon, fly into another time to retrieve the queen's stolen egg, thereby averting a dragonrider war, and find their planet threatened once again by a Threadfall.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Anne McCaffrey |
| Published | 1978 |
| Pages | 468 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Science Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 4.17 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 33,172 |
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What genre is The White Dragon?
The White Dragon is categorized as Fantasy, Science Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The White Dragon worth reading?
Based on 33.2K reader ratings, The White Dragon has an average score of 4.17 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The White Dragon?
The White Dragon has 468 pages.
Who wrote The White Dragon?
The White Dragon was written by Anne McCaffrey. It was first published in 1978.
What is the ISBN for The White Dragon?
The ISBN-13 for The White Dragon is 9780345341680.0.
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