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Timbuktu

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Fiction Fiction

by Paul Auster

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3.66 (8.3K ratings)
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description 181 pages

Timbuktu by Paul Auster holds a well received rating of 3.66 out of 5, based on 8.3K reader ratings. First published in 1999. The book spans 181 pages.

About Timbuktu

Mr. Bones, the canine hero of Paul Auster's astonishing new book, is the sidekick and confidant of Willy G. Christmas, a brilliant and troubled homeless man from Brooklyn. As Willy's body slowly expires, he sets off with Mr. Bones for Baltimore in search of his high school English teacher and a new home for his companion. Mr. Bones is our witness during their journey, and out of his thoughts, Paul Auster has spun one of the richest, most compelling tales in American fiction.

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Author Paul Auster
Published 1999
Pages 181
Genres Fiction, Fiction
Average Rating 3.66 / 5.00
Total Ratings 8,272

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.7
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8.3K ratings
With a rating of 3.66, Timbuktu is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Timbuktu?

Timbuktu is categorized as Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fiction.

Is Timbuktu worth reading?

Based on 8.3K reader ratings, Timbuktu has an average score of 3.66 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Timbuktu?

Timbuktu has 181 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote Timbuktu?

Timbuktu was written by Paul Auster. It was first published in 1999.

What is the ISBN for Timbuktu?

The ISBN-13 for Timbuktu is 9780312264000.0.

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