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The Great Gatsby

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Classics Fiction Historical Fiction Romance

by F. Scott Fitzgerald

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3.89 (2.7M ratings)
calendar_today 1925
description 200 pages

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald holds a well received rating of 3.89 out of 5, based on 2.7M reader ratings. First published in 1925. The book spans 200 pages.

About The Great Gatsby

Alternate Cover Edition ISBN: 0743273567 (ISBN13: 9780743273565)The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald's third book, stands as the supreme achievement of his career. This exemplary novel of the Jazz Age has been acclaimed by generations of readers. The story is of the fabulously wealthy Jay Gatsby and his new love for the beautiful Daisy Buchanan, of lavish parties on Long Island at a time when The New York Times noted "gin was the national drink and sex the national obsession," it is an exquisitely crafted tale of America in the 1920s.The Great Gatsby is one of the great classics of twentieth-century literature.(back cover)

Detail Value
Author F. Scott Fitzgerald
Published 1925
Pages 200
Genres Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance
Average Rating 3.89 / 5.00
Total Ratings 2,683,664

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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2.7M ratings
With a rating of 3.89, The Great Gatsby is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs below the genre benchmark. With 2.7M ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

3.89
This Book
4.03
Romance Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Great Gatsby?

The Great Gatsby is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.

Is The Great Gatsby worth reading?

Based on 2.7M reader ratings, The Great Gatsby has an average score of 3.89 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Great Gatsby?

The Great Gatsby has 200 pages.

Who wrote The Great Gatsby?

The Great Gatsby was written by F. Scott Fitzgerald. It was first published in 1925.

What is the ISBN for The Great Gatsby?

The ISBN-13 for The Great Gatsby is 9780743273560.0.

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