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Mystery & Thriller· United States

The Big Lebowski

by Elmore Leonard
Aggregate Editorial Score11/100
ALA Notable Books
Published 1991English
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About This Book

Elmore Leonard's The Big Lebowski (1991) stands as one of the most significant works of mystery & thriller of its era. A mistaken identity leads an L.A. drifter into a labyrinthine crime story. Themes of crime, comedy, identity run through the work. The book has received recognition from ALA Notable Books 1991.

Book Details

AuthorElmore Leonard
Published1991
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Category🔍 Mystery & Thriller
ISBN9780440214946
Editorial Score11/100
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🔍 Mystery & Thriller

Suspenseful fiction built around crime, detection, and hidden truths.

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

This book is part of United States's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

ALA Notable Books
notable · national
199111
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About the Author
Elmore Leonard
United States
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Big Lebowski about?

A mistaken identity leads an L.A. drifter into a labyrinthine crime story.

Who wrote The Big Lebowski?

The Big Lebowski was written by Elmore Leonard, from United States. First published in 1991.

What awards has The Big Lebowski won?

The Big Lebowski has received the following awards and honours: ALA Notable Books 1991.

Is The Big Lebowski worth reading?

The Big Lebowski is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 11/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in crime, comedy, identity.

Where can I buy The Big Lebowski?

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What category is The Big Lebowski?

The Big Lebowski is classified as Mystery & Thriller. Suspenseful fiction built around crime, detection, and hidden truths.

What country is The Big Lebowski from?

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

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