The Zahir
by Paulo Coelho, Margaret Jull Costa
The Zahir by Paulo Coelho, Margaret Jull Costa holds a well received rating of 3.56 out of 5, based on 50.9K reader ratings. First published in 2005. The book spans 336 pages.
About The Zahir
The narrator of The Zahir is a bestselling novelist who lives in Paris and enjoys all the privileges money and celebrity bring. His wife of ten years, Esther, is a war correspondent who has disappeared along with a friend, Mikhail, who may or may not be her lover.Was Esther kidnapped, murdered, or did she simply escape a marriage that left her unfulfilled? The narrator doesn’t have any answers, but he has plenty of questions of his own. Then one day Mikhail finds the narrator and promises to reunite him with his wife. In his attempt to recapture a lost love, the narrator discovers something unexpected about himself.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Paulo Coelho, Margaret Jull Costa |
| Published | 2005 |
| Pages | 336 |
| Genres | Fiction, Philosophy, Fiction, Romance, Religion & Spirituality |
| Average Rating | 3.56 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 50,921 |
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What genre is The Zahir?
The Zahir is categorized as Fiction, Philosophy, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Zahir worth reading?
Based on 50.9K reader ratings, The Zahir has an average score of 3.56 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Zahir?
The Zahir has 336 pages.
Who wrote The Zahir?
The Zahir was written by Paulo Coelho, Margaret Jull Costa. It was first published in 2005.
What is the ISBN for The Zahir?
The ISBN-13 for The Zahir is 9780060832810.0.
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