The Accidental Tourist
by Anne Tyler, Jennifer Bassett
The Accidental Tourist by Anne Tyler, Jennifer Bassett holds a well received rating of 3.90 out of 5, based on 80.1K reader ratings. First published in 1985. The book spans 352 pages.
About The Accidental Tourist
Macon Leary is a travel writer who hates both travel and anything out of the ordinary. He is grounded by loneliness and an unwillingness to compromise his creature comforts when he meets Muriel, a deliciously peculiar dog-obedience trainer who up-ends Macon’s insular world and thrusts him headlong into a remarkable engagement with life.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Anne Tyler, Jennifer Bassett |
| Published | 1985 |
| Pages | 352 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Romance, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.90 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 80,075 |
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What genre is The Accidental Tourist?
The Accidental Tourist is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Romance, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Accidental Tourist worth reading?
Based on 80.1K reader ratings, The Accidental Tourist has an average score of 3.90 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Accidental Tourist?
The Accidental Tourist has 352 pages.
Who wrote The Accidental Tourist?
The Accidental Tourist was written by Anne Tyler, Jennifer Bassett. It was first published in 1985.
What is the ISBN for The Accidental Tourist?
The ISBN-13 for The Accidental Tourist is 9780345452010.0.
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