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The Bridges of Madison County

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Fiction Romance Classics Chick-lit Fiction

by Robert James Waller

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3.51 (56.4K ratings)
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description 224 pages

The Bridges of Madison County by Robert James Waller holds a well received rating of 3.51 out of 5, based on 56.4K reader ratings. First published in 1992. The book spans 224 pages.

About The Bridges of Madison County

The story of Robert Kincaid, the photographer and free spirit searching for the covered bridges of Madison County, and Francesca Johnson, the farm wife waiting for the fulfillment of a girlhood dream, THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY gives voice to the longings of men and women everywhere-and shows us what it is to love and be loved so intensely that life is never the same again.

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Author Robert James Waller
Published 1992
Pages 224
Genres Fiction, Romance, Classics, Chick-lit, Fiction
Average Rating 3.51 / 5.00
Total Ratings 56,428

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.5
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56.4K ratings
With a rating of 3.51, The Bridges of Madison County is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.51
This Book
3.99
Romance Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Bridges of Madison County?

The Bridges of Madison County is categorized as Fiction, Romance, Classics, Chick-lit. Its primary genre classification is Romance.

Is The Bridges of Madison County worth reading?

Based on 56.4K reader ratings, The Bridges of Madison County has an average score of 3.51 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Bridges of Madison County?

The Bridges of Madison County has 224 pages.

Who wrote The Bridges of Madison County?

The Bridges of Madison County was written by Robert James Waller. It was first published in 1992.

What is the ISBN for The Bridges of Madison County?

The ISBN-13 for The Bridges of Madison County is 9780446364490.0.

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