The Lover
by Marguerite Duras, Barbara Bray, Maxine Hong Kingston
The Lover by Marguerite Duras, Barbara Bray, Maxine Hong Kingston holds a well received rating of 3.76 out of 5, based on 18.9K reader ratings. First published in 1984. The book spans 117 pages.
About The Lover
Set against the backdrop of French colonial Vietnam, The Lover reveals the intimacies and intricacies of a clandestine romance between a pubescent girl from a financially strapped French family and an older, wealthy Chinese-Vietnamese man. (from Wikipedia)
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Marguerite Duras, Barbara Bray, Maxine Hong Kingston |
| Published | 1984 |
| Pages | 117 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Romance, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.76 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 18,947 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is The Lover?
The Lover is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Romance, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Lover worth reading?
Based on 18.9K reader ratings, The Lover has an average score of 3.76 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Lover?
The Lover has 117 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Lover?
The Lover was written by Marguerite Duras, Barbara Bray, Maxine Hong Kingston. It was first published in 1984.
What is the ISBN for The Lover?
The ISBN-13 for The Lover is 9780375700520.0.
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