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ISBN
9780385720106
Book Title
Map of the World : a Novel
Item Length
8in
Publisher
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Publication Year
1999
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Item Height
0.8in
Author
Jane Hamilton
Genre
Fiction
Topic
Sagas, Small Town & Rural, Legal, Literary
Item Width
5.1in
Item Weight
10.6 Oz
Number of Pages
400 Pages

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From the author of the widely acclaimed The Book of Ruth comes a harrowing, heartbreaking drama about a rural American family and a disastrous event that forever changes their lives. The Goodwins, Howard, Alice, and their little girls, Emma and Claire, live on a dairy farm in Wisconsin. Although suspiciously regarded by their neighbors as "that hippie couple" because of their well-educated, urban background, Howard and Alice believe they have found a source of emotional strength in the farm, he tending the barn while Alice works as a nurse in the local elementary school. But their peaceful life is shattered one day when a neighbor's two-year-old daughter drowns in the Goodwins' pond while under Alice's care. Tormented by the accident, Alice descends even further into darkness when she is accused of sexually abusing of a student at the elementary school. Soon, Alice is arrested, incarcerated, and as good as convicted in the eyes of a suspicious community. As a child, Alice designed her own map of the world to find her bearings. Now, as an adult, she must find her way again, through a maze of lies, doubt and ill will. A vivid human drama of guilt and betrayal, A Map of the World chronicles the intricate geographies of the human heart and all its mysterious, uncharted terrain. The result is a piercing drama about family bonds and a disappearing rural American life.

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Publisher
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0385720106
ISBN-13
9780385720106
eBay Product ID (ePID)
1645092

Product Key Features

Book Title
Map of the World : a Novel
Author
Jane Hamilton
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Sagas, Small Town & Rural, Legal, Literary
Publication Year
1999
Genre
Fiction
Number of Pages
400 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
8in
Item Height
0.8in
Item Width
5.1in
Item Weight
10.6 Oz

Additional Product Features

Reviews
"Jane Hamilton has removed all doubts that she belongs among the major writers of our time." -- San Francisco Chronicle "Stunning prose and unforgettable characters . . . an enthralling tale of guilt, betrayal, and the terrifying ways our lives can spin out of control." -- Entertainment Weekly "It takes a writer of rare power and discipline to carry off an achievement like A Map of the World . Hamilton proves here that she is one of the best." -- Newsweek "Ms. Hamilton has done a nimble job of showing us how precarious the illusion of safety and security really is." -- The New York Times "Hamilton's chillingly accurate prose keeps her fine novel buoyant. She is superb in her observation of the natural world and in her examination of psychological nuance." -- The Washington Post, "Jane Hamilton has removed all doubts thatshe belongs among the major writers of our time." --San Francisco Chronicle "Stunning prose and unforgettable characters . . . an enthralling tale of guilt, betrayal, and the terrifying ways our lives can spin out of control." --Entertainment Weekly "It takes a writer of rare power and discipline to carry off an achievement like A Map of the World.  Hamilton proves here that she is one of the best." --Newsweek "Ms. Hamilton has done a nimble job of showing us how precarious the illusion of safety and security really is." --The New York Times "Hamilton's chillingly accurate prose keeps her fine novel buoyant.  She is superb in her observation of the natural world and in her examination of psychological nuance." --The Washington Post From the Trade Paperback edition., "Jane Hamilton has removed all doubts that she belongs among the major writers of our time." -- San Francisco Chronicle "Stunning prose and unforgettable characters . . . an enthralling tale of guilt, betrayal, and the terrifying ways our lives can spin out of control." -- Entertainment Weekly "It takes a writer of rare power and discipline to carry off an achievement like A Map of the World . Hamilton proves here that she is one of the best." -- Newsweek "Ms. Hamilton has done a nimble job of showing us how precarious the illusion of safety and security really is." -- The New York Times "Hamilton's chillingly accurate prose keeps her fine novel buoyant. She is superb in her observation of the natural world and in her examination of psychological nuance." -- The Washington Post From the Trade Paperback edition., "Jane Hamilton has removed all doubts that she belongs among the major writers of our time." -- San Francisco Chronicle "Stunning prose and unforgettable characters ... an enthralling tale of guilt, betrayal, and the terrifying ways our lives can spin out of control." -- Entertainment Weekly "It takes a writer of rare power and discipline to carry off an achievement like A Map of the World. Hamilton proves here that she is one of the best." -- Newsweek "Ms. Hamilton has done a nimble job of showing us how precarious the illusion of safety and security really is." -- The New York Times "Hamilton's chillingly accurate prose keeps her fine novel buoyant. She is superb in her observation of the natural world and in her examination of psychological nuance." -- The Washington Post
Target Audience
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Lccn
95-003001
Dewey Decimal
813.5/4
Dewey Edition
20

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  • Hamilton's gift shine in this haunting tale...

    This is one of those novels I'll never forget. It is truly an unforgettable book--kind of like The Lovely Bones, A Thousand Acres, or The Weight of Water. It is a haunting book about a woman who is present when a friend's child accidently drowns on her property. The woman's guilt and grief of dealing with her friend's loss are told in an astounding manner, and the horrific criminal proceedings are hard to forget. Hamilton's fine gift for language allows her to share delicate, eloquent details of the beautiful Wisconsin setting in which the book takes place. A good read, but depressing.

  • Hard to Like the Characters

    This is one of many books I've read in the last few years where I found it hard to make any type of a positive connection with the characters. The book is interesting and tragic and while well-written, I just didn't enjoy it as much as Hamilton's first novel. I bought it because I loved The Book of Ruth, and because it was an Oprah book and I usually like those, however, it took me a few attempts to actually get through it. I would give it a B.

  • Great Service and book in Great shape.

    The author's writings sound of interest to me. I ordered for Christmas and haven't read the book yet. I am anxious to curl up and get into it. Author attended Lawrence University where I am employed.

  • Great book!

    Great book. Love her writing style as it delves into the mind and the logical thought processes of the characters. We really do get to know these people inside and out and the story is terrific.

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