The Yearling
by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
The Yearling by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 21.8K reader ratings. First published in 1930. The book spans 513 pages.
About The Yearling
Young Jody adopts an orphaned fawn he calls Flag and makes it a part of his family and his best friend. But life in the Florida backwoods is harsh, and so, as his family fights off wolves, bears, and even alligators, and faces failure in their tenuous subsistence farming, Jody must finally part with his dear animal friend. There has been a film and even a musical based on this story.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings |
| Published | 1930 |
| Pages | 513 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Young Adult, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.99 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 21,797 |
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What genre is The Yearling?
The Yearling is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Young Adult, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Yearling worth reading?
Based on 21.8K reader ratings, The Yearling has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Yearling?
The Yearling has 513 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Yearling?
The Yearling was written by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings. It was first published in 1930.
What is the ISBN for The Yearling?
The ISBN-13 for The Yearling is 9780689846240.0.
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