Mother Night
by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.
Mother Night by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. holds a highly rated rating of 4.21 out of 5, based on 52.2K reader ratings. First published in 1961. The book spans 282 pages.
About Mother Night
Librarian note: Alternate cover edition for this ISBN can be found here.Mother Night is a daring challenge to our moral sense. American Howard W. Campbell, Jr., a spy during World War II, is now on trial in Israel as a Nazi war criminal. But is he really guilty? In this brilliant book rife with true gallows humor, Vonnegut turns black and white into a chilling shade of gray with a verdict that will haunt us all.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Kurt Vonnegut Jr. |
| Published | 1961 |
| Pages | 282 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction, Science Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.21 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 52,249 |
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What genre is Mother Night?
Mother Night is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Science Fiction.
Is Mother Night worth reading?
Based on 52.2K reader ratings, Mother Night has an average score of 4.21 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Mother Night?
Mother Night has 282 pages.
Who wrote Mother Night?
Mother Night was written by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.. It was first published in 1961.
What is the ISBN for Mother Night?
The ISBN-13 for Mother Night is 9780385334140.0.
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