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Billy Budd, Sailor

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Classics Fiction Historical Fiction

by Herman Melville

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3.09 (10.9K ratings)
calendar_today 1924
description 160 pages

Billy Budd, Sailor by Herman Melville holds a mixed reviews rating of 3.09 out of 5, based on 10.9K reader ratings. First published in 1924. The book spans 160 pages.

About Billy Budd, Sailor

A handsome young sailor is unjustly accused of plotting mutiny in this timeless tale of the sea.

Detail Value
Author Herman Melville
Published 1924
Pages 160
Genres Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction
Average Rating 3.09 / 5.00
Total Ratings 10,866

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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10.9K ratings
With a rating of 3.09, Billy Budd, Sailor is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.09
This Book
4.03
Historical Fiction Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Billy Budd, Sailor?

Billy Budd, Sailor is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.

Is Billy Budd, Sailor worth reading?

Based on 10.9K reader ratings, Billy Budd, Sailor has an average score of 3.09 out of 5.00, which is considered "Mixed Reviews."

How many pages is Billy Budd, Sailor?

Billy Budd, Sailor has 160 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote Billy Budd, Sailor?

Billy Budd, Sailor was written by Herman Melville. It was first published in 1924.

What is the ISBN for Billy Budd, Sailor?

The ISBN-13 for Billy Budd, Sailor is 9781416523730.0.

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