What is the rats book?

The "Rats" book is a horror novel by British author James Herbert, first published in 1974. The book centers on a fictional outbreak of intelligent, highly aggressive rats in London that begin attacking humans. The story follows a group of characters who must work together to survive the onslaught of the rats, including a university professor, a city sanitation worker, and a young boy.

The book was Herbert's debut novel and was a commercial success, becoming a bestseller and winning critical acclaim for its tense and gruesome portrayal of the rat attacks. It has since become a classic in the horror genre and has been adapted into several other media, including a 1982 movie and a comic book series.

In addition to its horror elements, the book also touches on themes of societal breakdown and environmental threats, with the rats' invasion serving as a metaphor for the dangers of unchecked pollution and urban decay.