The Beet Queen
by Louise Erdrich
The Beet Queen by Louise Erdrich holds a well received rating of 3.89 out of 5, based on 10.5K reader ratings. First published in 1985. The book spans 368 pages.
About The Beet Queen
On a spring morning in 1932, young Karl and Mary Adare arrive by boxcar in Argus, North Dakota. After being orphaned in a most peculiar way, they seek refuge in the butcher shop of their aunt and her husband. So begins an exhilarating forty-year saga brimming with colorful, unforgettable characters: ordinary Mary, who will cause a miracle; seductive Karl, who lacks his sister's gift for survival; Sita, their lovely but disturbed cousin; and the half-Native American Celestine James, who will become Mary’s best friend. Theirs is a story grounded in the tenacity of relationships, the extraordinary magic of natural events, and the unending mystery of the human condition.Bestselling, National Book Award-winning author Louise Erdrich dazzles in this vibrant and heartfelt tale of abandonment and sexual obsession, jealousy and unstinting love that explores with empathy, humor, and power the eternal mystery of the human condition.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Louise Erdrich |
| Published | 1985 |
| Pages | 368 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.89 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,495 |
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What genre is The Beet Queen?
The Beet Queen is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Beet Queen worth reading?
Based on 10.5K reader ratings, The Beet Queen has an average score of 3.89 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Beet Queen?
The Beet Queen has 368 pages.
Who wrote The Beet Queen?
The Beet Queen was written by Louise Erdrich. It was first published in 1985.
What is the ISBN for The Beet Queen?
The ISBN-13 for The Beet Queen is 9780060835280.0.
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