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Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption

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Young Adult

by Stephen King

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4.80 (3.1K ratings)
calendar_today 1982
description 181 pages

Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption by Stephen King holds a exceptional rating of 4.80 out of 5, based on 3.1K reader ratings. First published in 1982. The book spans 181 pages.

About Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption

Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption is a novella by Stephen King from his 1982 collection Different Seasons, subtitled Hope Springs Eternal. The novella has also been published as a standalone book. The story is entirely told by the character Red, in a narrative he claims to have been writing from September 1975 to January 1976, with an additional chapter added in spring 1977.


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Also appears in:

- [Different Seasons][2]
- [Novels: Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption / Apt Pupil][3]
- Stephen King Goes to the Movies

[1]: https://www.stephenking.com/library/audiobook/shawshank_redemption_the.html
[2]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL81621W/Different_Seasons
[3]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL14917077W/Rita_Hayworth_and_Shawshank_Redemption_Apt_Pupil

Detail Value
Author Stephen King
Published 1982
Pages 181
Kindle Price $10.99
Genres Young Adult
Average Rating 4.80 / 5.00
Total Ratings 3,143

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.8
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3.1K ratings
With a rating of 4.80, Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption is rated above the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.54, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

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4.54
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption?

Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption is categorized as Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Young Adult.

Is Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption worth reading?

Based on 3.1K reader ratings, Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption has an average score of 4.80 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional."

How many pages is Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption?

Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption has 181 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption?

Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption was written by Stephen King. It was first published in 1982.

What is the ISBN for Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption?

The ISBN-13 for Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption is 9781982155759.

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Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption is available on Kindle for $10.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.

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