The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
by Junot Díaz
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Díaz holds a well received rating of 3.89 out of 5, based on 160.3K reader ratings. First published in 2007. The book spans 335 pages.
About The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
Things have never been easy for Oscar, a sweet but disastrously overweight, lovesick Dominican ghetto nerd. From his home in New Jersey, where he lives with his old-world mother and rebellious sister, Oscar dreams of becoming the Dominican J. R. R. Tolkien and, most of all, of finding love. But he may never get what he wants, thanks to the Fukœ—the curse that has haunted the Oscar's family for generations, dooming them to prison, torture, tragic accidents, and, above all, ill-starred love. Oscar, still waiting for his first kiss, is just its most recent victim. Diaz immerses us in the tumultuous life of Oscar and the history of the family at large, rendering with genuine warmth and dazzling energy, humor, and insight the Dominican-American experience, and, ultimately, the endless human capacity to persevere in the face of heartbreak and loss. A true literary triumph, The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao confirms Junot Diaz as one of the best and most exciting voices of our time.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Junot Díaz |
| Published | 2007 |
| Pages | 335 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.89 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 160,330 |
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What genre is The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao?
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao worth reading?
Based on 160.3K reader ratings, The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao has an average score of 3.89 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao?
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao has 335 pages.
Who wrote The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao?
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao was written by Junot Díaz. It was first published in 2007.
What is the ISBN for The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao?
The ISBN-13 for The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao is 9781594489590.0.
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