Crossing to Safety
by Wallace Stegner
Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stegner holds a highly rated rating of 4.16 out of 5, based on 25.6K reader ratings. First published in 1987. The book spans 368 pages.
About Crossing to Safety
Called a "magnificently crafted story . . . brimming with wisdom" by Howard Frank Mosher in The Washington Post Book World, Crossing to Safety has, since its publication in 1987, established itself as one of the greatest and most cherished American novels of the twentieth century. Tracing the lives, loves, and aspirations of two couples who move between Vermont and Wisconsin, it is a work of quiet majesty, deep compassion, and powerful insight into the alchemy of friendship and marriage.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Wallace Stegner |
| Published | 1987 |
| Pages | 368 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.16 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 25,578 |
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What genre is Crossing to Safety?
Crossing to Safety is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Crossing to Safety worth reading?
Based on 25.6K reader ratings, Crossing to Safety has an average score of 4.16 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Crossing to Safety?
Crossing to Safety has 368 pages.
Who wrote Crossing to Safety?
Crossing to Safety was written by Wallace Stegner. It was first published in 1987.
What is the ISBN for Crossing to Safety?
The ISBN-13 for Crossing to Safety is 9780375759310.0.
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