Outer Dark
by Cormac McCarthy
Outer Dark by Cormac McCarthy holds a well received rating of 3.88 out of 5, based on 9.2K reader ratings. First published in 1968. The book spans 256 pages.
About Outer Dark
A woman bears her brother's child, a boy, the brother leaves the baby in the woods and tells her he died of natural causes. Discovering her brother's lie, she sets forth alone to find her son. Both brother and sister wander through a countryside being scourged by three terrifying strangers, toward an apocalyptic resolution.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Cormac McCarthy |
| Published | 1968 |
| Pages | 256 |
| Genres | Fiction, Horror, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.88 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,172 |
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What genre is Outer Dark?
Outer Dark is categorized as Fiction, Horror, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Horror.
Is Outer Dark worth reading?
Based on 9.2K reader ratings, Outer Dark has an average score of 3.88 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Outer Dark?
Outer Dark has 256 pages.
Who wrote Outer Dark?
Outer Dark was written by Cormac McCarthy. It was first published in 1968.
What is the ISBN for Outer Dark?
The ISBN-13 for Outer Dark is 9780330314920.0.
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