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Literary Fiction· United States

Less

by Andrew Sean Greer
Aggregate Editorial Score74/100
★Pulitzer Prize
Published 2018280 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 2018, Less established Andrew Sean Greer as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. Arthur Less, a minor American novelist approaching fifty, travels around the world accepting every literary invitation he receives to avoid attending his ex-lover's wedding. Greer's Pulitzer-winning comedy is a warm, witty, and unexpectedly moving meditation on love, failure, and what it means to grow older. Themes of love, middle age, travel run through the work. The book has received recognition from Pulitzer Prize 2018.

Book Details

AuthorAndrew Sean Greer
Published2018
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages280
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780316316132
Editorial Score74/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

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Awards & Recognition

Pulitzer Prize
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201874
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About the Author
Andrew Sean Greer
United States
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Less about?

Arthur Less, a minor American novelist approaching fifty, travels around the world accepting every literary invitation he receives to avoid attending his ex-lover's wedding. Greer's Pulitzer-winning comedy is a warm, witty, and unexpectedly moving meditation on love, failure, and what it means to grow older.

Who wrote Less?

Less was written by Andrew Sean Greer, from United States. First published in 2018.

What awards has Less won?

Less has received the following awards and honours: Pulitzer Prize 2018.

Is Less worth reading?

Less is a widely acclaimed work with strong critical consensus, with an aggregate editorial score of 74/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in love, middle age, travel.

Where can I buy Less?

You can buy Less on Amazon. Click the Buy on Amazon button above to find the best edition.

What category is Less?

Less is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Less from?

Less originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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