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Forrest Gump

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1986

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Winston Groom

Forrest Gump

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1986
Book Details
Pages

228

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Southern USA • 20th century

Publication Year

1986

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1210L

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Super Short Summary

In Winston Groom's novel Forrest Gump, Forrest narrates his life as a person with an IQ of 70 whose adventures span mathematics, chess, music, football, Vietnam, and more, while his relationship with Jenny Curran evolves from childhood love to complex adulthood dynamics. Sensitive topics include war violence and references to intimate relationships.

Bittersweet

Humorous

Nostalgic

Emotional

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.2

73,639 ratings

73%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Winston Groom's Forrest Gump captivates with its whimsical protagonist and engaging narrative, immersing readers in a rich tapestry of history and adventure. Reviewers praise the novel's humor, charm, and unique storytelling. Criticisms focus on inconsistent pacing and occasional depth lacking in character development. Overall, it's a memorable read with broad appeal.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Forrest Gump?

A reader who enjoys Forrest Gump by Winston Groom appreciates heartfelt, quirky narratives and historical contexts interwoven with humor and resilience. Fans of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon or The World According to Garp by John Irving would find similar charm and depth in Groom's storytelling.

4.2

73,639 ratings

73%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

228

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Southern USA • 20th century

Publication Year

1986

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1210L

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