Category - Fiction / Historical Fiction
Format - Paperback
Condition - Good
Listed - A month ago
Views - 2
Ships From - California
Est. Publication Date - May 2007
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Pages starting to yellow Algonquin Books, 2006, 335 pages Book discussion questions at the end Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen is a captivating novel set in the 1930s during the Great Depression. It tells the story of Jacob Jankowski, a young man who runs away from his life and finds himself joining a traveling circus. There, he meets Marlena, the beautiful equestrian star, and Rosie, the amazing elephant. Made into a movie in 2011 starring Reese Witherspoon and Robert Pattinson
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Water for Elephants: A Novel
ISBN: 9781565125605
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PangoBooks readers generally have positive sentiments about the book. They appreciate the captivating story and well-developed characters, with some describing it as a powerful tale of love and resilience. The depiction of circus life during the Depression era is particularly noted as a standout feature. Although some found the shifting timelines a bit confusing or drawn out, the overall consensus is that it is a gripping read, highly recommended by many.