Big Fish
by Daniel Wallace
Big Fish by Daniel Wallace holds a well received rating of 3.64 out of 5, based on 11.5K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 192 pages.
About Big Fish
He could outrun anybody, and he never missed a day of school. He saved lives, tamed giants. Animals loved him. People loved him. Women loved him (and he loved them back). And he knew more jokes than any man alive.Now, as he lies dying, Edward Bloom can't seem to stop telling jokes -or the tall tales that have made him, in his son's eyes, an extraordinary man. Big Fish is the story of this man's life, told as a series of legends and myths inspired by the few facts his son, William, knows. Through these tales -hilarious and wrenching, tender and outrageous- William begins to understand his elusive father's great feats, and his great failings.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Daniel Wallace |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 192 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fantasy, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.64 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 11,526 |
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What genre is Big Fish?
Big Fish is categorized as Fiction, Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Big Fish worth reading?
Based on 11.5K reader ratings, Big Fish has an average score of 3.64 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Big Fish?
Big Fish has 192 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Big Fish?
Big Fish was written by Daniel Wallace. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for Big Fish?
The ISBN-13 for Big Fish is 9780743484250.0.
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