Train Dreams
by Denis Johnson, Bettina Abarbanell
Train Dreams by Denis Johnson, Bettina Abarbanell holds a well received rating of 3.89 out of 5, based on 4.9K reader ratings. First published in 2002. The book spans 116 pages.
About Train Dreams
Denis Johnson's Train Dreams is an epic in miniature, one of his most evocative and poignant fictions. It is the story of Robert Grainier, a day laborer in the American West at the start of the twentieth century---an ordinary man in extraordinary times. Buffeted by the loss of his family, Grainer struggles to make sense of this strange new world. As his story unfolds, we witness both his shocking personal defeats and the radical changes that transform America in his lifetime. Suffused with the history and landscapes of the American West, this novella captures the disappearance of a distinctly American way of life.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Denis Johnson, Bettina Abarbanell |
| Published | 2002 |
| Pages | 116 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.89 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 4,886 |
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What genre is Train Dreams?
Train Dreams is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Train Dreams worth reading?
Based on 4.9K reader ratings, Train Dreams has an average score of 3.89 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Train Dreams?
Train Dreams has 116 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Train Dreams?
Train Dreams was written by Denis Johnson, Bettina Abarbanell. It was first published in 2002.
What is the ISBN for Train Dreams?
The ISBN-13 for Train Dreams is 9783499237710.0.
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