Sometimes a Great Notion
by Ken Kesey
Sometimes a Great Notion by Ken Kesey holds a highly rated rating of 4.24 out of 5, based on 15.5K reader ratings. First published in 1964. The book spans 640 pages.
About Sometimes a Great Notion
The magnificent second novel from the legendary author of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest... Following the astonishing success of his first novel, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Ken Kesey wrote what Charles Bowden calls "one of the few essential books written by an American in the last half century." This wild-spirited tale tells of a bitter strike that rages through a small lumber town along the Oregon coast. Bucking that strike out of sheer cussedness are the Stampers. Out of the Stamper family's rivalries and betrayals Ken Kesey has crafted a novel with the mythic impact of Greek tragedy.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ken Kesey |
| Published | 1964 |
| Pages | 640 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 4.24 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 15,502 |
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What genre is Sometimes a Great Notion?
Sometimes a Great Notion is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Sometimes a Great Notion worth reading?
Based on 15.5K reader ratings, Sometimes a Great Notion has an average score of 4.24 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Sometimes a Great Notion?
Sometimes a Great Notion has 640 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Sometimes a Great Notion?
Sometimes a Great Notion was written by Ken Kesey. It was first published in 1964.
What is the ISBN for Sometimes a Great Notion?
The ISBN-13 for Sometimes a Great Notion is 9780140045290.0.
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