Terms of Endearment: A Novel by Larry McMurtry (English) Paperback Book

Description: Terms of Endearment by Larry McMurtry In this acclaimed novel that inspired the Academy Award-winning motion picture, Larry McMurtry created two unforgettable characters who won the hearts of readers and moviegoers everywhere: Aurora Greenway and her daughter Emma.Aurora is the kind of woman who makes the whole world orbit around her, including a string of devoted suitors. Widowed and overprotective of her daughter, Aurora adapts at her own pace until life sends two enormous challenges her way: Emma's hasty marriage and subsequent battle with cancer. "Terms of Endearment" is the Oscar-winning story of a memorable mother and her feisty daughter and their struggle to find the courage and humor to live through life's hazards — and to love each other as never before. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In this acclaimed novel that inspired the Academy Award-winning motion picture, Larry McMurtry created two unforgettable characters who won the hearts of readers and moviegoers everywhere: Aurora Greenway and her daughter Emma. Aurora is the kind of woman who makes the whole world orbit around her, including a string of devoted suitors. Widowed and overprotective of her daughter, Aurora adapts at her own pace until life sends two enormous challenges her way: Emmas hasty marriage and subsequent battle with cancer. Terms of Endearment is the Oscar-winning story of a memorable mother and her feisty daughter and their struggle to find the courage and humor to live through lifes hazards--and to love each other as never before. Author Biography Larry McMurtry (1936-2021) was the author of twenty-nine novels, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning Lonesome Dove, three memoirs, two collections of essays, and more than thirty screenplays. He lived in Archer City, Texas. Review Newsday McMurtry at his best! He is one of the few male authors who can write convincingly from the womans point of view.The New Republic A vivid and richly detailed novel about ourselves and those we love.The New York Times Very special...very winning...it will make you laugh and cry. Long Description In this acclaimed novel that inspired the Academy Award-winning motion picture, Larry McMurtry created two unforgettable characters who won the hearts of readers and moviegoers everywhere: Aurora Greenway and her daughter Emma.Aurora is the kind of woman who makes the whole world orbit around her, including a string of devoted suitors. Widowed and overprotective of her daughter, Aurora adapts at her own pace until life sends two enormous challenges her way: Emmas hasty marriage and subsequent battle with cancer.Terms of Endearmentis the Oscar-winning story of a memorable mother and her feisty daughter and their struggle to find the courage and humor to live through lifes hazards -- and to love each other as never before. Review Quote The New York TimesVery special...very winning...it will make you laugh and cry. Details ISBN0684853906 Author Larry McMurtry Short Title TERMS OF ENDEARMENT Pages 416 Language English ISBN-10 0684853906 ISBN-13 9780684853901 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY FIC Residence Archer City, TX, US Subtitle A Novel DOI 10.1604/9780684853901 Imprint Prentice Hall & IBD Place of Publication Hemel Hempstead Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2003-06-16 NZ Release Date 2003-06-16 UK Release Date 2003-06-16 Publisher Prentice Hall (a Pearson Education company) Year 2003 Publication Date 2003-06-16 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158696154;

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