Parable of the Talents
by Octavia E. Butler
Parable of the Talents by Octavia E. Butler holds a exceptional rating of 4.60 out of 5, based on 8.1K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 424 pages.
About Parable of the Talents
Environmental devastation and economic chaos have turned America into a land of depravity. Taking advantage of the situation, a zealous bigot wins his way into the White House. Lauren Olamina leads a new faith group directly opposed to the new government. This is the story of the group's struggle to preserve its vision.
As the government turns a blind eye to the violent bigots who consider a black female leader a threat, Lauren Olamina must either sacrifice her child and her followers or forsake her religion. The plot contains profanity, sexual situations and violence,
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Octavia E. Butler |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 424 |
| Kindle Price | $11.99 |
| Genres | Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.60 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 8,071 |
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What genre is Parable of the Talents?
Parable of the Talents is categorized as Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fiction.
Is Parable of the Talents worth reading?
Based on 8.1K reader ratings, Parable of the Talents has an average score of 4.60 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional."
How many pages is Parable of the Talents?
Parable of the Talents has 424 pages.
Who wrote Parable of the Talents?
Parable of the Talents was written by Octavia E. Butler. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for Parable of the Talents?
The ISBN-13 for Parable of the Talents is 9781453263624.
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Parable of the Talents is available on Kindle for $11.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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