Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand
by Helen Simonson
Major Pettigrew's Last Stand by Helen Simonson holds a well received rating of 3.87 out of 5, based on 97.7K reader ratings. First published in 2010. The book spans 359 pages.
About Major Pettigrew's Last Stand
You are about to travel to Edgecombe St. Mary, a small village in the English countryside filled with rolling hills, thatched cottages, and a cast of characters both hilariously original and as familiar as the members of your own family. Among them is Major Ernest Pettigrew (retired), the unlikely hero of Helen Simonson's wondrous debut. Wry, courtly, opinionated, and completely endearing, Major Pettigrew is one of the most indelible characters in contemporary fiction, and from the very first page of this remarkable novel he will steal your heart.The Major leads a quiet life valuing the proper things that Englishmen have lived by for generations: honor, duty, decorum, and a properly brewed cup of tea. But then his brother's death sparks an unexpected friendship with Mrs. Jasmina Ali, the Pakistani shopkeeper from the village. Drawn together by their shared love of literature and the loss of their respective spouses, the Major and Mrs. Ali soon find their friendship blossoming into something more. But village society insists on embracing him as the quintessential local and her as the permanent foreigner. Can their relationship survive the risks one takes when pursuing happiness in the face of culture and tradition?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Helen Simonson |
| Published | 2010 |
| Pages | 359 |
| Genres | Fiction, Romance, Fiction, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.87 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 97,745 |
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What genre is Major Pettigrew's Last Stand?
Major Pettigrew's Last Stand is categorized as Fiction, Romance, Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is Major Pettigrew's Last Stand worth reading?
Based on 97.7K reader ratings, Major Pettigrew's Last Stand has an average score of 3.87 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Major Pettigrew's Last Stand?
Major Pettigrew's Last Stand has 359 pages.
Who wrote Major Pettigrew's Last Stand?
Major Pettigrew's Last Stand was written by Helen Simonson. It was first published in 2010.
What is the ISBN for Major Pettigrew's Last Stand?
The ISBN-13 for Major Pettigrew's Last Stand is 9781400068940.0.
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