About the book
In this “powerful” blockbuster of a novel (The New York Times), the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Independence Day introduces his most beloved character, failed novelist turned sportswriter Frank Bascombe, during an Easter weekend, as he moves through the great losses of his life.
As a sportswriter, Frank Bascombe makes his living studying people—men, mostly—who live entirely within themselves. This is a condition that Frank himself aspires to. But at thirty-eight, he suffers from incurable dreaminess, occasional pounding of the heart, and the not-too-distant losses of a career, a son, and a marriage. In the course of the Easter week in which Ford's moving novel transpires, Bascombe will end up losing the remnants of his familiar life, though with his spirits soaring.
Editions of The Sportswriter
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780679454519
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780517307915
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780679762102
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307763709
Read an Excerpt
In this “powerful” blockbuster of a novel (The New York Times), the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Independence Day introduces his most beloved character, failed novelist turned sportswriter Frank Bascombe, during an Easter weekend, as he moves through the great losses of his life.
As a sportswriter, Frank Bascombe makes his living studying people—men, mostly—who live entirely within themselves. This is a condition that Frank himself aspires to. But at thirty-eight, he suffers from incurable dreaminess, occasional pounding of the heart, and the not-too-distant losses of a career, a son, and a marriage. In the course of the Easter week in which Ford's moving novel transpires, Bascombe will end up losing the remnants of his familiar life, though with his spirits soaring.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sportswriter about?
In this “powerful” blockbuster of a novel (The New York Times), the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Independence Day introduces his most beloved character, failed novelist turned sportswriter Frank Bascombe, during an Easter weekend, as he moves through the great losses of his life.
As a sportswriter, Frank Bascombe makes his living studying people—men, mostly—who live entirely within themselves. This is a condition that Frank himself aspires to. But at thirty-eight, he suffers from incurable dreaminess, occasional pounding of the heart, and the not-too-distant losses of a career, a son, and a marriage. In the course of the Easter week in which Ford's moving novel transpires, Bascombe will end up losing the remnants of his familiar life, though with his spirits soaring.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Sportswriter?
Fiction > Fiction: literary and general non-genre
Where can I read a sample of The Sportswriter?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780679454519
Is The Sportswriter part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Bascombe Trilogy
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Sportswriter?
Richard Ford
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Sportswriter is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780679454519) and hardcover(ISBN 9780517307915) and paperback(ISBN 9780679762102) and ebook(ISBN 9780307763709)
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