The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
by Mark Haddon
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon holds a well received rating of 3.85 out of 5, based on 867.6K reader ratings. First published in 2003. The book spans 226 pages.
About The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Christopher John Francis Boone knows all the countries of the world and their capitals and every prime number up to 7,057. He relates well to animals but has no understanding of human emotions. He cannot stand to be touched. And he detests the color yellow.Although gifted with a superbly logical brain, for fifteen-year-old Christopher everyday interactions and admonishments have little meaning. He lives on patterns, rules, and a diagram kept in his pocket. Then one day, a neighbor's dog, Wellington, is killed and his carefully constructive universe is threatened. Christopher sets out to solve the murder in the style of his favourite (logical) detective, Sherlock Holmes. What follows makes for a novel that is funny, poignant and fascinating in its portrayal of a person whose curse and blessing are a mind that perceives the world entirely literally.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Mark Haddon |
| Published | 2003 |
| Pages | 226 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Young Adult, Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.85 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 867,553 |
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What genre is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time worth reading?
Based on 867.6K reader ratings, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time has an average score of 3.85 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time has 226 pages.
Who wrote The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was written by Mark Haddon. It was first published in 2003.
What is the ISBN for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?
The ISBN-13 for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is 9781400032720.0.
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