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Watchmen

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Comics & Graphic Novels Comics & Graphic Novels Fiction Science Fiction Fantasy

by Alan Moore, Dave Gibbons, John Higgins

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4.35 (398K ratings)
calendar_today 1987
description 416 pages

Watchmen by Alan Moore, Dave Gibbons, John Higgins holds a highly rated rating of 4.35 out of 5, based on 398K reader ratings. First published in 1987. The book spans 416 pages.

About Watchmen

This Hugo Award-winning graphic novel chronicles the fall from grace of a group of super-heroes plagued by all-too-human failings. Along the way, the concept of the super-hero is dissected as the heroes are stalked by an unknown assassin.One of the most influential graphic novels of all time and a perennial best-seller, Watchmen has been studied on college campuses across the nation and is considered a gateway title, leading readers to other graphic novels such as V for Vendetta, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns and The Sandman series.

Detail Value
Author Alan Moore, Dave Gibbons, John Higgins
Published 1987
Pages 416
Genres Comics & Graphic Novels, Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy
Average Rating 4.35 / 5.00
Total Ratings 398,018

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.4
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398K ratings
With a rating of 4.35, Watchmen is rated above the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.21, it performs above expectations. With 398K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

4.35
This Book
4.21
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Watchmen?

Watchmen is categorized as Comics & Graphic Novels, Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Watchmen worth reading?

Based on 398K reader ratings, Watchmen has an average score of 4.35 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Watchmen?

Watchmen has 416 pages.

Who wrote Watchmen?

Watchmen was written by Alan Moore, Dave Gibbons, John Higgins. It was first published in 1987.

What is the ISBN for Watchmen?

The ISBN-13 for Watchmen is 9780930289230.0.

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