Post Office
by Charles Bukowski
Post Office by Charles Bukowski holds a highly rated rating of 4.01 out of 5, based on 59.3K reader ratings. First published in 1971. The book spans 208 pages.
About Post Office
"It began as a mistake." By middle age, Henry Chinaski has lost more than twelve years of his life to the U.S. Postal Service. In a world where his three true, bitter pleasures are women, booze, and racetrack betting, he somehow drags his hangover out of bed every dawn to lug waterlogged mailbags up mud-soaked mountains, outsmart vicious guard dogs, and pray to survive the day-to-day trials of sadistic bosses and certifiable coworkers.This classic 1971 novel--the one that catapulted its author to national fame--is the perfect introduction to the grimly hysterical world of legendary writer, poet, and Dirty Old Man Charles Bukowski and his fictional alter ego, Chinaski.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Charles Bukowski |
| Published | 1971 |
| Pages | 208 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.01 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 59,295 |
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What genre is Post Office?
Post Office is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Post Office worth reading?
Based on 59.3K reader ratings, Post Office has an average score of 4.01 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Post Office?
Post Office has 208 pages.
Who wrote Post Office?
Post Office was written by Charles Bukowski. It was first published in 1971.
What is the ISBN for Post Office?
The ISBN-13 for Post Office is 9780876850860.0.
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