The Lover’s Dictionary
by David Levithan
The Lover's Dictionary by David Levithan holds a well received rating of 3.89 out of 5, based on 34.8K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 211 pages.
About The Lover's Dictionary
basis, n.There has to be a moment at the beginning when you wonder whether you're in love with the person or in love with the feeling of love itself.If the moment doesn't pass, that's it―you're done. And if the moment does pass, it never goes that far. It stands in the distance, ready for whenever you want it back. Sometimes it's even there when you thought you were searching for something else, like an escape route, or your lover's face.How does one talk about love? Do we even have the right words to describe something that can be both utterly mundane and completely transcendent, pulling us out of our everyday lives and making us feel a part of something greater than ourselves? Taking a unique approach to this problem, the nameless narrator of David Levithan's The Lover's Dictionary has constructed the story of his relationship as a dictionary. Through these short entries, he provides an intimate window into the great events and quotidian trifles of being within a couple, giving us an indelible and deeply moving portrait of love in our time.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | David Levithan |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 211 |
| Genres | Romance, Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Poetry |
| Average Rating | 3.89 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 34,771 |
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What genre is The Lover's Dictionary?
The Lover's Dictionary is categorized as Romance, Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Lover's Dictionary worth reading?
Based on 34.8K reader ratings, The Lover's Dictionary has an average score of 3.89 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Lover's Dictionary?
The Lover's Dictionary has 211 pages.
Who wrote The Lover's Dictionary?
The Lover's Dictionary was written by David Levithan. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for The Lover's Dictionary?
The ISBN-13 for The Lover's Dictionary is 9780374193680.0.
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