Breakfast at Tiffany's
Published in 1956, Breakfast at Tiffany's is a gay fiction story collection by Truman Capote. The story is set in United States and New York, State, in the 20th century. Characters include Truman Capote (1924-1984) and Holly Golightly (fictional character). It deals with manners and customs, gay men, interpersonal relations and gay authors.
Open Library readers give it an average of 3.9 out of 5 from 16 ratings, and 253 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 113 editions across 13 languages.
At about 160 pages, most readers finish it in 2–3 hours.
About Breakfast at Tiffany's
Published with three short stories this novella cemented Capote’s position at the forefront of American literature. It is the story of a friendship between New York neighbours, good time girl Holly Golightly and the unnamed male narrator.
Quick answers
Who wrote Breakfast at Tiffany's?
Breakfast at Tiffany's was written by Truman Capote and first published in 1956.
What genre is Breakfast at Tiffany's?
It is usually shelved as Gay Fiction.
How long is Breakfast at Tiffany's?
The median edition has 160 pages, about 2–3 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to Breakfast at Tiffany's?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Motion of Light in Water, Holiday in Death and Angels at the Table.
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