Gilead

Gilead

Marilynne Robinson • Picador

ISBN-10: 031242440X · ISBN-13: 978‑0312424404 · 2006

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Dimensions: 8.3 × 5.4 × 0.8 in; 7.5 Oz

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About This Book Gilead is the exquisite, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Marilynne Robinson. Written in the form of a long letter from the aging Reverend John Ames to his young seven-year-old son, this luminous book serves as a legacy of his life, his memories, and his profound spiritual reflections. Set in the quiet town of Gilead, Iowa, in 1956, it explores the deep bonds and generational tensions between fathers and sons, the weight of family history, and the beauty of everyday existence. Combining elements of Christian fiction, historical reflection on the abolitionist movement, and deep philosophical inquiry, Robinson’s writing is both poetic and accessible. Highly acclaimed as a modern classic, Gilead won the 2004 National Book Critics Circle Award for Fiction and continues to captivate readers with its quiet wisdom and unforgettable voice. Book Details Title Gilead Author Marilynne Robinson ISBN 9780312424404 Publisher Picador Year 2004 Edition First Picador Edition Format Paperback Pages 247 Language English Subject Fiction / Literary / Christian / Family Life Condition Very good clean condition. Minimal shelf wear to edges. Binding is tight and square. No writing, highlighting, or owner stamps inside. Pages are bright and clean. Shipping Information We offer free USPS shipping, Same day shipping if ordered before 7am. Upgraded shipping options available during checkout.

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