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The Tell-Tale Heart

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Classics Horror Fiction Mystery & Thriller Poetry

by Edgar Allan Poe, Byron Glaser, Bill D. Fountain

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4.22 (33.7K ratings)
calendar_today 1843
description 54 pages

The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe, Byron Glaser, Bill D. Fountain holds a highly rated rating of 4.22 out of 5, based on 33.7K reader ratings. First published in 1843. The book spans 54 pages.

About The Tell-Tale Heart

A murderer is convinced that the loud beating of his victim's heart will give him away to the police.

Detail Value
Author Edgar Allan Poe, Byron Glaser, Bill D. Fountain
Published 1843
Pages 54
Genres Classics, Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Poetry
Average Rating 4.22 / 5.00
Total Ratings 33,704

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.2
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33.7K ratings
With a rating of 4.22, The Tell-Tale Heart is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

4.22
This Book
4.03
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Tell-Tale Heart?

The Tell-Tale Heart is categorized as Classics, Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is The Tell-Tale Heart worth reading?

Based on 33.7K reader ratings, The Tell-Tale Heart has an average score of 4.22 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is The Tell-Tale Heart?

The Tell-Tale Heart has 54 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote The Tell-Tale Heart?

The Tell-Tale Heart was written by Edgar Allan Poe, Byron Glaser, Bill D. Fountain. It was first published in 1843.

What is the ISBN for The Tell-Tale Heart?

The ISBN-13 for The Tell-Tale Heart is 9780871917720.0.

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