Alas, Babylon
by Pat Frank
Alas, Babylon by Pat Frank holds a highly rated rating of 4.07 out of 5, based on 28.4K reader ratings. First published in 1959. The book spans 323 pages.
About Alas, Babylon
"Alas, Babylon." Those fateful words heralded the end. When a nuclear holocaust ravages the United States, a thousand years of civilization are stripped away overnight, and tens of millions of people are killed instantly. But for one small town in Florida, miraculously spared, the struggle is just beginning, as men and women of all backgrounds join together to confront the darkness.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Pat Frank |
| Published | 1959 |
| Pages | 323 |
| Genres | Fiction, Science Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.07 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 28,386 |
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What genre is Alas, Babylon?
Alas, Babylon is categorized as Fiction, Science Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Science Fiction.
Is Alas, Babylon worth reading?
Based on 28.4K reader ratings, Alas, Babylon has an average score of 4.07 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Alas, Babylon?
Alas, Babylon has 323 pages.
Who wrote Alas, Babylon?
Alas, Babylon was written by Pat Frank. It was first published in 1959.
What is the ISBN for Alas, Babylon?
The ISBN-13 for Alas, Babylon is 9780060741880.0.
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