On the Beach
by Nevil Shute
On the Beach by Nevil Shute holds a well received rating of 3.92 out of 5, based on 24.4K reader ratings. First published in 1957. The book spans 296 pages.
About On the Beach
After a nuclear World War III has destroyed most of the globe, the few remaining survivors in southern Australia await the radioactive cloud that is heading their way and bringing certain death to everyone in its path. Among them is an American submarine captain struggling to resist the knowledge that his wife and children in the United States must be dead. Then a faint Morse code signal is picked up, transmitting from somewhere near Seattle, and Captain Towers must lead his submarine crew on a bleak tour of the ruined world in a desperate search for signs of life. On the Beach is a remarkably convincing portrait of how ordinary people might face the most unimaginable nightmare.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Nevil Shute |
| Published | 1957 |
| Pages | 296 |
| Genres | Fiction, Science Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.92 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 24,401 |
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What genre is On the Beach?
On the Beach is categorized as Fiction, Science Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Science Fiction.
Is On the Beach worth reading?
Based on 24.4K reader ratings, On the Beach has an average score of 3.92 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is On the Beach?
On the Beach has 296 pages.
Who wrote On the Beach?
On the Beach was written by Nevil Shute. It was first published in 1957.
What is the ISBN for On the Beach?
The ISBN-13 for On the Beach is 9781842322760.0.
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