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The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao

The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao

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Things have never been easy for Oscar. A ghetto nerd living with his Dominican-American family in New Jersey, he's disastrously overweight, keeps falling hopelessly in love and dreams of becoming the next Tolkien. Meanwhile his punk sister Lola wants to run away, and his resolute mother Beli can't seem to let either of them go.

Moving across generations and continents, from Beli's tragic past in the Dominican Republic to struggles and dreams in suburban America, this is the wondrous story of Oscar, his family and their search for love and belonging.

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ISBN13: 9780571239733
ISBN10: 0571239730
Language: English
Publisher: Faber And Faber
Publication Year: 2009
Format: Paperback

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  • One Line Summary

    A vibrant story of love, family, and identity struggles.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you enjoy stories full of rich family history and cultural depth, this book might really resonate with you. It blends humor and tragedy seamlessly, giving you a window into the Dominican-American experience through Oscar’s unique perspective. Many readers find themselves deeply connected to its heartfelt themes and lively storytelling.

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