The Crying of Lot 49
by Thomas Pynchon
The Crying of Lot 49 by Thomas Pynchon holds a well received rating of 3.70 out of 5, based on 48.7K reader ratings. First published in 1966. The book spans 152 pages.
About The Crying of Lot 49
Suffused with rich satire, chaotic brilliance, verbal turbulence and wild humor, The Crying of Lot 49 opens as Oedipa Maas discovers that she has been made executrix of a former lover's estate. The performance of her duties sets her on a strange trail of detection, in which bizarre characters crowd in to help or confuse her. But gradually, death, drugs, madness and marriage combine to leave Oedipa in isolation on the threshold of revelation, awaiting the Crying of Lot 49.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Thomas Pynchon |
| Published | 1966 |
| Pages | 152 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.70 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 48,692 |
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What genre is The Crying of Lot 49?
The Crying of Lot 49 is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Crying of Lot 49 worth reading?
Based on 48.7K reader ratings, The Crying of Lot 49 has an average score of 3.70 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Crying of Lot 49?
The Crying of Lot 49 has 152 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Crying of Lot 49?
The Crying of Lot 49 was written by Thomas Pynchon. It was first published in 1966.
What is the ISBN for The Crying of Lot 49?
The ISBN-13 for The Crying of Lot 49 is 9780060913080.0.
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