The Heart is a Lonely Hunter
by Carson McCullers
The Heart is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 67.6K reader ratings. First published in 1940. The book spans 359 pages.
About The Heart is a Lonely Hunter
Carson McCullers’ prodigious first novel was published to instant acclaim when she was just twenty-three. Set in a small town in the middle of the deep South, it is the story of John Singer, a lonely deaf-mute, and a disparate group of people who are drawn towards his kind, sympathetic nature. The owner of the café where Singer eats every day, a young girl desperate to grow up, an angry drunkard, a frustrated black doctor: each pours their heart out to Singer, their silent confidant, and he in turn changes their disenchanted lives in ways they could never imagine.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Carson McCullers |
| Published | 1940 |
| Pages | 359 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.97 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 67,643 |
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What genre is The Heart is a Lonely Hunter?
The Heart is a Lonely Hunter is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Heart is a Lonely Hunter worth reading?
Based on 67.6K reader ratings, The Heart is a Lonely Hunter has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Heart is a Lonely Hunter?
The Heart is a Lonely Hunter has 359 pages.
Who wrote The Heart is a Lonely Hunter?
The Heart is a Lonely Hunter was written by Carson McCullers. It was first published in 1940.
What is the ISBN for The Heart is a Lonely Hunter?
The ISBN-13 for The Heart is a Lonely Hunter is 9780618084750.0.
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