The English Patient
by Michael Ondaatje
The English Patient by Michael Ondaatje holds a well received rating of 3.88 out of 5, based on 83.7K reader ratings. First published in 1992. The book spans 320 pages.
About The English Patient
With ravishing beauty and unsettling intelligence, Michael Ondaatje's Booker Prize-winning novel traces the intersection of four damaged lives in an Italian villa at the end of World War II. Hana, the exhausted nurse; the maimed thief, Caravaggio; the wary sapper, Kip: each is haunted by the riddle of the English patient, the nameless, burned man who lies in an upstairs room and whose memories of passion, betrayal, and rescue illuminate this book like flashes of heat lightning.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Michael Ondaatje |
| Published | 1992 |
| Pages | 320 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.88 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 83,741 |
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What genre is The English Patient?
The English Patient is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The English Patient worth reading?
Based on 83.7K reader ratings, The English Patient has an average score of 3.88 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The English Patient?
The English Patient has 320 pages.
Who wrote The English Patient?
The English Patient was written by Michael Ondaatje. It was first published in 1992.
What is the ISBN for The English Patient?
The ISBN-13 for The English Patient is 9780771068710.0.
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