Sea of Poppies (Ibis Trilogy, #1)
by Amitav Ghosh
Sea of Poppies by Amitav Ghosh holds a well received rating of 3.93 out of 5, based on 15.5K reader ratings. First published in 2008. The book spans 513 pages.
About Sea of Poppies
At the heart of this vibrant saga is a vast ship, the Ibis. Her destiny is a tumultuous voyage across the Indian Ocean shortly before the outbreak of the Opium Wars in China. In a time of colonial upheaval, fate has thrown together a diverse cast of Indians and Westerners on board, from a bankrupt raja to a widowed tribeswoman, from a mulatto American freedman to a free-spirited French orphan. As their old family ties are washed away, they, like their historical counterparts, come to view themselves as jahaj-bhais, or ship-brothers. The vast sweep of this historical adventure spans the lush poppy fields of the Ganges, the rolling high seas, and the exotic backstreets of Canton.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Amitav Ghosh |
| Published | 2008 |
| Pages | 513 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.93 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 15,499 |
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What genre is Sea of Poppies?
Sea of Poppies is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Sea of Poppies worth reading?
Based on 15.5K reader ratings, Sea of Poppies has an average score of 3.93 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Sea of Poppies?
Sea of Poppies has 513 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Sea of Poppies?
Sea of Poppies was written by Amitav Ghosh. It was first published in 2008.
What is the ISBN for Sea of Poppies?
The ISBN-13 for Sea of Poppies is 9780719568960.0.
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