The Narrow Road to the Deep North
by Richard Flanagan
The Narrow Road to the Deep North by Richard Flanagan holds a highly rated rating of 4.00 out of 5, based on 25.2K reader ratings. First published in 2013. The book spans 467 pages.
About The Narrow Road to the Deep North
A novel of the cruelty of war, and tenuousness of life and the impossibility of love.Richard Flanagan's story — of Dorrigo Evans, an Australian doctor haunted by a love affair with his uncle's wife — journeys from the caves of Tasmanian trappers in the early twentieth century to a crumbling pre-war beachside hotel, from a Thai jungle prison to a Japanese snow festival, from the Changi gallows to a chance meeting of lovers on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.Taking its title from 17th-century haiku poet Basho's travel journal, The Narrow Road to the Deep North is about the impossibility of love. At its heart is one day in a Japanese slave labour camp in August 1943. As the day builds to its horrific climax, Dorrigo Evans battles and fails in his quest to save the lives of his fellow POWs, a man is killed for no reason, and a love story unfolds.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Richard Flanagan |
| Published | 2013 |
| Pages | 467 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.00 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 25,197 |
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What genre is The Narrow Road to the Deep North?
The Narrow Road to the Deep North is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Narrow Road to the Deep North worth reading?
Based on 25.2K reader ratings, The Narrow Road to the Deep North has an average score of 4.00 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Narrow Road to the Deep North?
The Narrow Road to the Deep North has 467 pages.
Who wrote The Narrow Road to the Deep North?
The Narrow Road to the Deep North was written by Richard Flanagan. It was first published in 2013.
What is the ISBN for The Narrow Road to the Deep North?
The ISBN-13 for The Narrow Road to the Deep North is 9781741666700.0.
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