The Art of Fielding
by Chad Harbach
The Art of Fielding by Chad Harbach holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 81.7K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 512 pages.
About The Art of Fielding
At Westish College, a small school on the shore of Lake Michigan, baseball star Henry Skrimshander seems destined for big league stardom. But when a routine throw goes disastrously off course, the fates of five people are upended. Henry's fight against self-doubt threatens to ruin his future. College president Guert Affenlight, a longtime bachelor, has fallen unexpectedly and helplessly in love. Owen Dunne, Henry's gay roommate and teammate, becomes caught up in a dangerous affair. Mike Schwartz, the Harpooners' team captain and Henry's best friend, realizes he has guided Henry's career at the expense of his own. And Pella Affenlight, Guert's daughter, returns to Westish after escaping an ill-fated marriage, determined to start a new life. As the season counts down to its climactic final game, these five are forced to confront their deepest hopes, anxieties, and secrets. In the process they forge new bonds, and help one another find their true paths. Written with boundless intelligence and filled with the tenderness of youth, The Art of Fielding is an expansive, warmhearted novel about ambition and its limits, about family and friendship and love, and about commitment - to oneself and to others.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Chad Harbach |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 512 |
| Genres | Fiction, Sports, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.99 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 81,712 |
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What genre is The Art of Fielding?
The Art of Fielding is categorized as Fiction, Sports, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fiction.
Is The Art of Fielding worth reading?
Based on 81.7K reader ratings, The Art of Fielding has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Art of Fielding?
The Art of Fielding has 512 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Art of Fielding?
The Art of Fielding was written by Chad Harbach. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for The Art of Fielding?
The ISBN-13 for The Art of Fielding is 9780316126690.0.
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