The novella Cabal, authored by Clive Barker, is 195 pages long itself. However, when initially published in the United States as part of the Books of Blood, Vol. 5, the complete hardcover volume contained 368 pages.
Understanding the Page Count
When discussing the length of Cabal, it's important to differentiate between the novella's standalone length and the total page count of the book in which it was first released. Cabal was a significant part of Clive Barker's acclaimed Books of Blood series.
Here’s a breakdown of the page counts:
| Aspect | Page Count |
|---|---|
| The Novella Itself | 195 pages |
| Total Book Volume | 368 pages |
The 368-page count refers to the first edition (US) hardcover print volume where Cabal was published. This volume, likely Books of Blood, Vol. 5, contained Cabal along with other works by Clive Barker, contributing to the larger page count for the entire collection.
About Cabal
Cabal is a dark fantasy novella by British author Clive Barker. It was first published in 1988 as part of the fifth volume of Barker's Books of Blood collection. The novella explores themes of identity, monstrosity, and salvation, following the protagonist Boone as he discovers a hidden underground world inhabited by monsters. It later served as the basis for the 1990 horror film Nightbreed, which was also directed by Barker.
