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The Prince of Tides

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Fiction Classics Romance Fiction

by Pat Conroy

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4.22 (159.6K ratings)
calendar_today 1986
description 679 pages

The Prince of Tides by Pat Conroy holds a highly rated rating of 4.22 out of 5, based on 159.6K reader ratings. First published in 1986. The book spans 679 pages.

About The Prince of Tides

PAT CONROY has created a huge, brash thunderstorm of a novel, stinging with honesty and resounding with drama. Spanning forty years, this is the story of turbulent Tom Wingo, his gifted and troubled twin sister Savannah, and their struggle to triumph over the dark and tragic legacy of the extraordinary family into which they were born.Filled with the vanishing beauty of the South Carolina low country as well as the dusty glitter of New York City, The Prince of Tides is PAT CONROY at his very best.

Detail Value
Author Pat Conroy
Published 1986
Pages 679
Genres Fiction, Classics, Romance, Fiction
Average Rating 4.22 / 5.00
Total Ratings 159,596

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.2
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159.6K ratings
With a rating of 4.22, The Prince of Tides is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs above expectations. With 159.6K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

4.22
This Book
3.99
Romance Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Prince of Tides?

The Prince of Tides is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Romance.

Is The Prince of Tides worth reading?

Based on 159.6K reader ratings, The Prince of Tides has an average score of 4.22 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Prince of Tides?

The Prince of Tides has 679 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote The Prince of Tides?

The Prince of Tides was written by Pat Conroy. It was first published in 1986.

What is the ISBN for The Prince of Tides?

The ISBN-13 for The Prince of Tides is 9780553381540.0.

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