Author

Publication

1999 - Modern Library, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

142,750 words, Guess

Page Count

571 pages

Identifiers

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  • LibraryThing7863
  • Goodreads1306658

Classifications

  • DDC813/.54
  • LCCPS3559.R8 C5 1999

Description

Set in rural Maine in the first half of this century, it tells the story of Dr. Wilbur Larch--obstetrician and director of the orphanage in the town of St. Clouds. It is also the story of his favorite orphan, Homer, who is never adopted.

Description

"First published in 1985, The Cider House Rules is John Irving's sixth novel. Set in rural Maine in the first half of this century, it tells the story of Dr. Wilbur Larch - saint and obstetrician, founder and director of the orphanage in the town of St. Cloud's, ether addict and abortionist. It is also the story of Dr. Larch's favorite orphan, Homer Wells, who is never adopted."--BOOK JACKET.

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Genres

  • Fiction.

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  • The cider house rules: a novelModern Library1999-01-01
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