Possession
by A.S. Byatt
Possession by A.S. Byatt holds a well received rating of 3.88 out of 5, based on 56.1K reader ratings. First published in 1990. The book spans 555 pages.
About Possession
Possession is an exhilarating novel of wit and romance, at once an intellectual mystery and triumphant love story. It is the tale of a pair of young scholars researching the lives of two Victorian poets. As they uncover their letters, journals, and poems, and track their movements from London to Yorkshire—from spiritualist séances to the fairy-haunted far west of Brittany—what emerges is an extraordinary counterpoint of passions and ideas.Man Booker Prize Winner (1990)
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | A.S. Byatt |
| Published | 1990 |
| Pages | 555 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Classics, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.88 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 56,064 |
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What genre is Possession?
Possession is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Possession worth reading?
Based on 56.1K reader ratings, Possession has an average score of 3.88 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Possession?
Possession has 555 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Possession?
Possession was written by A.S. Byatt. It was first published in 1990.
What is the ISBN for Possession?
The ISBN-13 for Possession is 9780679735910.0.
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