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The World according to Garp

by John Irving
$9.90
The World according to Garp - Thryft
The World according to Garp - Thryft

Captivating journey through extraordinary characters' lives.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a captivating and thought-provoking journey through the lives of extraordinary characters. John Irving's storytelling skills shine through as he takes readers on a rollercoaster of emotions, making us laugh, weep, and most importantly, think. The World According to Garp is a permanent novel that leaves a lasting impact on its readers, making it an essential addition to any book-lover's collection.

  • National Book Award for Fiction (Paperback) (1980)
  • National Book Critics Circle Award Nominee for Fiction (1978)
  • National Book Award Finalist for Fiction (1979)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The World according to Garp

by John Irving
$9.90
ISBN: 9780552111904
Authors: John Irving
Publisher: Corgi Books
Date of Publication: 1983-03-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction, Contemporary, Drama
Related Topics: Classics, Literature
Goodreads rating: 4.1
(rated by 227349 readers)

Description

'Like all extraordinary books, The World According to Garp defies synopsis', wrote the Chicago Sun Times when Garp was first published in 1978. It is a marvellous, important, permanent novel by a serious artist of remarkable powers.Garp is a book that captivates all who read it. Peopled with the most extraordinary characters you will ever meet, here is a novel that will make you laugh, make you weep, and, above all, make you think.
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Book Condition Guide

Books in Like New Condition

This book may contain very minor cosmetic defects, but it is in pristine condition. There should be no yellowing, no foxing, no water damage, and no annotations of any kind on the cover and the pages. For paperbacks, there should not be any crease marks on the spine. This book is good as new — lucky you!

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Very Good Condition

This book has been used, but it is still in a clean condition. There should be no foxing or annotations of any kind on the inner pages, but a sparse amount may be present on the cover, title pages, or outside edges of the book. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be light crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Good Condition

We do our best to ensure the quality of our books, but there is no escaping the wear and tear that comes with time. Slight foxing and some annotations may be present on the pages and the cover. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be several crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Well Read Condition

This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Captivating journey through extraordinary characters' lives.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a captivating and thought-provoking journey through the lives of extraordinary characters. John Irving's storytelling skills shine through as he takes readers on a rollercoaster of emotions, making us laugh, weep, and most importantly, think. The World According to Garp is a permanent novel that leaves a lasting impact on its readers, making it an essential addition to any book-lover's collection.

  • National Book Award for Fiction (Paperback) (1980)
  • National Book Critics Circle Award Nominee for Fiction (1978)
  • National Book Award Finalist for Fiction (1979)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.