Alien
by Alan Dean Foster
Alien by Alan Dean Foster holds a highly rated rating of 4.08 out of 5, based on 13.7K reader ratings. First published in 1979. The book spans 270 pages.
About Alien
Based on the screenplay by Dan O'Bannon. The crew of the spaceship Nostromo wake from cryogenic sleep to distress signals from an unknown planet. One is attacked when they investigate a derelict alien craft. Safely on their way back to Sol, none foresee the real horror about to begin.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Alan Dean Foster |
| Published | 1979 |
| Pages | 270 |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.08 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,669 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is Alien?
Alien is categorized as Science Fiction, Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Science Fiction.
Is Alien worth reading?
Based on 13.7K reader ratings, Alien has an average score of 4.08 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Alien?
Alien has 270 pages.
Who wrote Alien?
Alien was written by Alan Dean Foster. It was first published in 1979.
What is the ISBN for Alien?
The ISBN-13 for Alien is 9782290011160.0.
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