Color of Lightning

A Novel

By Paulette Jiles | Publisher: HarperCollins

About the book

“Meticulously researched and beautifully crafted.... This is glorious work.” — Washington Post

“A gripping, deeply relevant book.” — New York Times Book Review

 From Paulette Jiles, author of the critically acclaimed New York Times bestsellers Enemy Women and Stormy Weather, comes a stirring work of fiction set on the untamed Texas frontier in the aftermath of the Civil War. One of only twelve books longlisted for the 2009 Scotiabank Giller Prize—one of Canada’s most prestigious literary awards—The Color of Lightning is a beautifully rendered and unforgettable re-examination of one of the darkest periods in U.S. history.

Editions of Color of Lightning

Paperback
ISBN 9780061690457
EBook
ISBN 9780061970993

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“Meticulously researched and beautifully crafted.... This is glorious work.” — Washington Post

“A gripping, deeply relevant book.” — New York Times Book Review

 From Paulette Jiles, author of the critically acclaimed New York Times bestsellers Enemy Women and Stormy Weather, comes a stirring work of fiction set on the untamed Texas frontier in the aftermath of the Civil War. One of only twelve books longlisted for the 2009 Scotiabank Giller Prize—one of Canada’s most prestigious literary awards—The Color of Lightning is a beautifully rendered and unforgettable re-examination of one of the darkest periods in U.S. history.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Color of Lightning about?

“Meticulously researched and beautifully crafted.... This is glorious work.” — Washington Post

“A gripping, deeply relevant book.” — New York Times Book Review

 From Paulette Jiles, author of the critically acclaimed New York Times bestsellers Enemy Women and Stormy Weather, comes a stirring work of fiction set on the untamed Texas frontier in the aftermath of the Civil War. One of only twelve books longlisted for the 2009 Scotiabank Giller Prize—one of Canada’s most prestigious literary awards—The Color of Lightning is a beautifully rendered and unforgettable re-examination of one of the darkest periods in U.S. history.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Color of Lightning?

Fiction > Adventure / action fiction > War, combat and military adventure fiction

Where can I read a sample of Color of Lightning?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780061690457

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Color of Lightning?

Paulette Jiles

Who is the Publisher of the book Color of Lightning?

HarperCollins

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Color of Lightning is available as paperback(ISBN 9780061690457) and ebook(ISBN 9780061970993)

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