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Language
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Book Summary
The World According to Garp is a landmark work of American fiction that blends humor, heartbreak, and a searching look at identity. John Irving’s acclaimed novel follows T. S. Garp, an aspiring writer whose life unfolds against the backdrop of his formidable mother, Jenny Fields, a feminist pioneer ahead of her time. Written for readers who love literary fiction with big ideas and deeply human characters, this enduring classic offers warmth, wit, and a thought‑provoking meditation on love, life, and the world we inhabit.
The World According to Garp is written in luminous, accessible prose that threads together a sequence of moments—relationships, ambitions, and misadventures—into a cohesive journey. The book's episodic structure feels expansive yet intimate, balancing outrageous humor with piercing emotional insight as Garp's world expands around him.
In this anniversary edition, The World According to Garp offers the same beloved story enriched by a new afterword from John Irving, giving readers fresh context and reflections on the novel's origins and enduring relevance. The narrative weaves together identity, gender, and the human experience with sharp wit and tender vulnerability, inviting readers to reconsider what it means to grow up, to belong, and to navigate the complexities of life.
After finishing The World According to Garp, readers come away with a deeper understanding of resilience, empathy, and the ways humor can illuminate the most human moments. This book invites you to think differently about family, identity, and the ordinary miracles of everyday life, leaving a lasting impression that lingers long after the last page is turned.
Product Details
Author
John Irving
Publisher
Orion Books
Language
English
SKU
BK0473122
ISBN
9781474614405
Reading Age
All
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 699
₹ 594
15% Off