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Global Reader Top-Rated Books Statistics
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About
A treasure trove of timeless classics and modern masterpieces, providing curated information on the most highly-rated books compiled by Goodreads. The dataset was created with the mission of helping readers discover and share literature they love. It captures titles that have resonated deeply with a diverse global community of readers over more than a decade. The collection includes a wide variety of genres, such as classic literature, contemporary fiction, and non-fiction, serving as an invaluable tool for understanding literary tastes and reading trends worldwide.
Columns
The dataset includes 10 distinct columns detailing information about each book and its community reception:
- Book_Name: The title of the publication.
- Author: The name of the writer(s) responsible for the book.
- Average_star: The mean star rating assigned by readers.
- Ratings: The overall quantity of ratings given by readers.
- Reviews: The total quantity of reviews written by readers.
- 5_Star: The count of ratings specifically at the 5-star level.
- 4_Star: The count of ratings specifically at the 4-star level.
- 3_Star: The count of ratings specifically at the 3-star level.
- 2_Star: The count of ratings specifically at the 2-star level.
- 1_Star: The count of ratings specifically at the 1-star level.
Distribution
The data product is typically available in a CSV format, specifically represented by the file 'Goodreads All Time Greatest Books 8k Data.csv', which is approximately 677.53 kB in size. The structure contains 10 columns and provides information for 7,806 unique records or books.
Usage
This data product is ideal for several applications, including:
- Developing recommendation engines for literature discovery.
- Performing detailed data analytics and data visualisation studies on book performance and reader engagement.
- Researching global reading habits, genre popularity, and literary trends over time.
- Serving as a starting point for scholars interested in the evolution of beloved literature.
Coverage
The dataset is sourced from the top-rated books on Goodreads. The temporal scope covers data from January 2007 through to the present day. It reflects titles across a broad spectrum of genres including classic, modern, fiction, and non-fiction works. The data is aggregated from a diverse, global community of readers representing varied ages and cultures.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
Intended users include:
- Book Lovers: To discover new authors and genres for reading.
- Researchers and Academics: For scholarly analysis of reader behaviour and literary trends.
- Data Scientists and Analysts: For building models or creating visual representations of book popularity and rating distribution.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Goodreads All-Time Greatest Books 8k Data
- Global Reader Top-Rated Books Statistics
- Curated Literary Classics and Modern Bestsellers
- Goodreads Book Popularity and Rating Metrics
Attributes
Original Data Source:Global Reader Top-Rated Books Statistics
QUALITY