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The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao (Pulitzer Prize Winner),New
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Winner of:The Pulitzer PrizeThe National Book Critics Circle AwardThe AnisfieldWolf Book AwardThe Jon Sargent, Sr. First Novel PrizeA Time Magazine #1 Fiction Book of the YearOne of The New York Timess 100 Best Books of the 21st CenturyOne of the best books of 2007 according to: The New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle, New York Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, The Boston Globe, Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, People, The Village Voice, Time Out New York, Salon, Baltimore City Paper, The Christian Science Monitor, Booklist, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, New York Public Library, and many more...Nominated as one of Americas bestloved novels by PBSs The Great American Read and named one of The Atlantics Great American Novels of the Past 100 YearsOscar is a sweet but disastrously overweight ghetto nerd whofrom the New Jersey home he shares with his old world mother and rebellious sisterdreams of becoming the Dominican J.R.R. Tolkien and, most of all, finding love. But Oscar may never get what he wants. Blame the fuka curse that has haunted Oscars family for generations, following them on their epic journey from Santo Domingo to the USA. Encapsulating DominicanAmerican history, The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao opens our eyes to an astonishing vision of the contemporary American experience and explores the endless human capacity to persevereand risk it allin the name of love.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao'? A: The main theme revolves around the struggles of identity, love, and the impact of family curses within Dominican-American culture.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author is Junot Díaz, who received the Pulitzer Prize for this novel.
- Q: What awards has this book won? A: The book has won several prestigious awards, including the Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Critics Circle Award, and the Anisfield-Wolf Book Award.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is in good condition, suitable for collectors and new readers alike.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The genre of 'The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao' is classified as Coming of Age.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 340 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 6, 2007.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is there any specific age group recommended for this book? A: While it can be enjoyed by a wide audience, it is generally recommended for mature readers due to its themes and content.
- Q: What makes this book a significant read? A: It is considered one of the best books of the 21st century, offering profound insights into the Dominican-American experience and the universal quest for love.