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Lonesome Dove

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Fiction Historical Fiction Classics

by Larry McMurtry

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4.47 (111.5K ratings)
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description 960 pages

Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry holds a highly rated rating of 4.47 out of 5, based on 111.5K reader ratings. First published in 1985. The book spans 960 pages.

About Lonesome Dove

A love story, an adventure, and an epic of the frontier, Larry McMurtry’s Pulitzer Prize— winning classic, Lonesome Dove, the third book in the Lonesome Dove tetralogy, is the grandest novel ever written about the last defiant wilderness of America.Journey to the dusty little Texas town of Lonesome Dove and meet an unforgettable assortment of heroes and outlaws, whores and ladies, Indians and settlers. Richly authentic, beautifully written, always dramatic, Lonesome Dove is a book to make us laugh, weep, dream, and remember.

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Author Larry McMurtry
Published 1985
Pages 960
Genres Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics
Average Rating 4.47 / 5.00
Total Ratings 111,498

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.5
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111.5K ratings
With a rating of 4.47, Lonesome Dove is rated above the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs above expectations. With 111.5K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

4.47
This Book
3.99
Historical Fiction Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Lonesome Dove?

Lonesome Dove is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.

Is Lonesome Dove worth reading?

Based on 111.5K reader ratings, Lonesome Dove has an average score of 4.47 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Lonesome Dove?

Lonesome Dove has 960 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote Lonesome Dove?

Lonesome Dove was written by Larry McMurtry. It was first published in 1985.

What is the ISBN for Lonesome Dove?

The ISBN-13 for Lonesome Dove is 9780671683900.0.

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