Olive Kitteridge
by Elizabeth Strout
Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout holds a well received rating of 3.78 out of 5, based on 85K reader ratings. First published in 2008. The book spans 270 pages.
About Olive Kitteridge
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Olive Kitteridge offers profound insights into the human condition – its conflicts, its tragedies and joys, and the endurance it requires.At times stern, at other times patient, at times perceptive, at other times in sad denial, Olive Kitteridge, a retired schoolteacher, deplores the changes in her little town of Crosby, Maine, and in the world at large, but she doesn’t always recognize the changes in those around her: a lounge musician haunted by a past romance; a former student who has lost the will to live; Olive’s own adult child, who feels tyrannized by her irrational sensitivities; and her husband, Henry, who finds his loyalty to his marriage both a blessing and a curse. As the townspeople grapple with their problems, mild and dire, Olive is brought to a deeper understanding of herself and her life – sometimes painfully, but always with ruthless honesty.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Elizabeth Strout |
| Published | 2008 |
| Pages | 270 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.78 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 85,019 |
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What genre is Olive Kitteridge?
Olive Kitteridge is categorized as Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fiction.
Is Olive Kitteridge worth reading?
Based on 85K reader ratings, Olive Kitteridge has an average score of 3.78 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Olive Kitteridge?
Olive Kitteridge has 270 pages.
Who wrote Olive Kitteridge?
Olive Kitteridge was written by Elizabeth Strout. It was first published in 2008.
What is the ISBN for Olive Kitteridge?
The ISBN-13 for Olive Kitteridge is 9781400062090.0.
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