This is the Story of a Happy Marriage
by Ann Patchett
This is the Story of a Happy Marriage by Ann Patchett holds a highly rated rating of 4.03 out of 5, based on 13.1K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 308 pages.
About This is the Story of a Happy Marriage
Blending literature and memoir, Ann Patchett, author of State of Wonder, Run, and Bel Canto, examines her deepest commitments — to writing, family, friends, dogs, books, and her husband — creating a resonant portrait of a life in This is the Story of a Happy Marriage.This Is the Story of a Happy Marriage takes us into the very real world of Ann Patchett’s life. Stretching from her childhood to the present day, from a disastrous early marriage to a later happy one, it covers a multitude of topics, including relationships with family and friends, and charts the hard work and joy of writing, and the unexpected thrill of opening a bookstore.As she shares stories of the people, places, ideals, and art to which she has remained indelibly committed, Ann Patchett brings into focus the large experiences and small moments that have shaped her as a daughter, wife, and writer.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ann Patchett |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 308 |
| Genres | Biography & Memoir, Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.03 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,126 |
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What genre is This is the Story of a Happy Marriage?
This is the Story of a Happy Marriage is categorized as Biography & Memoir, Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is This is the Story of a Happy Marriage worth reading?
Based on 13.1K reader ratings, This is the Story of a Happy Marriage has an average score of 4.03 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is This is the Story of a Happy Marriage?
This is the Story of a Happy Marriage has 308 pages.
Who wrote This is the Story of a Happy Marriage?
This is the Story of a Happy Marriage was written by Ann Patchett. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for This is the Story of a Happy Marriage?
The ISBN-13 for This is the Story of a Happy Marriage is 9780062236680.0.
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