Ahab’s Wife, or The Star-Gazer
by Sena Jeter Naslund
Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer by Sena Jeter Naslund holds a highly rated rating of 4.02 out of 5, based on 34.6K reader ratings. First published in 1999. The book spans 704 pages.
About Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer
A magnificent, vast, and enthralling saga, Sena Jeter Naslund's Ahab's Wife is a remarkable epic spanning a rich, eventful, and dramatic life. Inspired by a brief passage in Moby Dick, it is the story of Una, exiled as a child to live in a lighthouse, removed from the physical and emotional abuse of a religion-mad father. It is the romantic adventure of a young woman setting sail in a cabin boy's disguise to encounter darkness, wonder, and catastrophe; the story of a devoted wife who witnesses her husband's destruction by obsession and madness. Ultimately it is the powerful and moving story of a woman's triumph over tragedy and loss through her courage, creativity, and intelligence.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sena Jeter Naslund |
| Published | 1999 |
| Pages | 704 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.02 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 34,603 |
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What genre is Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer?
Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer worth reading?
Based on 34.6K reader ratings, Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer has an average score of 4.02 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer?
Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer has 704 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer?
Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer was written by Sena Jeter Naslund. It was first published in 1999.
What is the ISBN for Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer?
The ISBN-13 for Ahab's Wife, or The Star-Gazer is 9780060838740.0.
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