I Know This Much Is True
by Wally Lamb
I Know This Much Is True by Wally Lamb holds a highly rated rating of 4.17 out of 5, based on 246.9K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 897 pages.
About I Know This Much Is True
On the afternoon of October 12, 1990, my twin brother, Thomas, entered the Three Rivers, Connecticut, public library, retreated to one of the rear study carrels, and prayed to God the sacrifice he was about to commit would be deemed acceptable. . . .One of the most acclaimed novels of our time, Wally Lamb's I Know This Much Is True is a story of alienation and connection, devastation and renewal, at once joyous, heartbreaking, poignant, mystical, and powerfully, profoundly human.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Wally Lamb |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 897 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Psychology |
| Average Rating | 4.17 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 246,917 |
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I Know This Much Is True is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Psychology. Its primary genre classification is Fiction.
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Based on 246.9K reader ratings, I Know This Much Is True has an average score of 4.17 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
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I Know This Much Is True has 897 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote I Know This Much Is True?
I Know This Much Is True was written by Wally Lamb. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for I Know This Much Is True?
The ISBN-13 for I Know This Much Is True is 9780060987560.0.
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