Libra
by Don DeLillo
Libra by Don DeLillo holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 10.2K reader ratings. First published in 1988. The book spans 480 pages.
About Libra
From the author of White Noise (winner of the National Book Award) and Zero KIn this powerful, eerily convincing fictional speculation on the assassination of John F. Kennedy, Don DeLillo chronicles Lee Harvey Oswald's odyssey from troubled teenager to a man of precarious stability who imagines himself an agent of history. When "history" presents itself in the form of two disgruntled CIA operatives who decide that an unsuccessful attempt on the life of the president will galvanize the nation against communism, the scales are irrevocably tipped.A gripping, masterful blend of fact and fiction, alive with meticulously portrayed characters both real and created, Libra is a grave, haunting, and brilliant examination of an event that has become an indelible part of the American psyche.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Don DeLillo |
| Published | 1988 |
| Pages | 480 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.98 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,195 |
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What genre is Libra?
Libra is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Libra worth reading?
Based on 10.2K reader ratings, Libra has an average score of 3.98 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Libra?
Libra has 480 pages.
Who wrote Libra?
Libra was written by Don DeLillo. It was first published in 1988.
What is the ISBN for Libra?
The ISBN-13 for Libra is 9780140156040.0.
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