Planet of the Apes
Planet of the Apes is a dystopian work by Pierre Boulle, published in 1968. The Dystopia Index files it under dystopian social satire, tracing documented themes of ecological collapse. This entry links the book to its subgenres, themes, related titles, and where to read or borrow it.
| Author | Pierre Boulle |
|---|---|
| First published | 1968 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780451143242 |
| Source | Wikipedia · Wikidata · Open Library |
About this entry
Planet of the Apes is a 1960s dystopia by Pierre Boulle. It is first published in United States and originally written in English. Within this directory it sits among dystopian social satire, surfacing ecological collapse. Library catalogues index it under subjects including fiction, science fiction, action & adventure. The edition on file runs about 203 pages, has been issued by Del Rey, and carries ISBN 9780451143242. See the linked Wikipedia entry for full plot detail and critical history; classifications here are editorial and marked unreviewed.
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Frequently asked
When was Planet of the Apes published?
Planet of the Apes was first published in 1968.
Who wrote Planet of the Apes?
Planet of the Apes was written by Pierre Boulle.
What kind of dystopia is Planet of the Apes?
The Dystopia Index classifies it under Social satire, with themes of Ecological collapse. These are editorial classifications, not the publisher's.
What is the ISBN of Planet of the Apes?
A catalogued edition of Planet of the Apes carries ISBN-13 9780451143242.
