The Blind Owl
by Sadegh Hedayat, D.P. Costello
The Blind Owl by Sadegh Hedayat, D.P. Costello holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 5.2K reader ratings. First published in 1937. The book spans 148 pages.
About The Blind Owl
Considered the most important work of modern Iranian literature, The Blind Owl is a haunting tale of loss and spiritual degradation. Replete with potent symbolism and terrifying surrealistic imagery, Sadegh Hedayat's masterpice details a young man's despair after losing a mysterious lover. And as the author gradually drifts into frenzy and madness, the reader becomes caught in the sandstorm of Hedayat's bleak vision of the human condition. The Blind Owl, which has been translated into many foreign languages, has often been compared to the writing of Edgar Allan Poe.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sadegh Hedayat, D.P. Costello |
| Published | 1937 |
| Pages | 148 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Horror, Philosophy |
| Average Rating | 3.99 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 5,168 |
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What genre is The Blind Owl?
The Blind Owl is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Horror, Philosophy. Its primary genre classification is Horror.
Is The Blind Owl worth reading?
Based on 5.2K reader ratings, The Blind Owl has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Blind Owl?
The Blind Owl has 148 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Blind Owl?
The Blind Owl was written by Sadegh Hedayat, D.P. Costello. It was first published in 1937.
What is the ISBN for The Blind Owl?
The ISBN-13 for The Blind Owl is 9780802131800.0.
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