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Historical Fiction· United States

The Lacuna

by Barbara Kingsolver
Aggregate Editorial Score83/100
★Women's Prize for Fiction
Published 2009528 pagesEnglish

About This Book

The Lacuna by Barbara Kingsolver is a landmark work of historical fiction, first published in 2009. Harrison Shepherd, a mixed-race American-Mexican boy, works as a cook for Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in 1930s Mexico, then becomes secretary to Leon Trotsky before building a new life as a novelist in America during the McCarthy era. Kingsolver's Orange Prize winner is a panoramic historical novel. Themes of Mexico, McCarthy era, art run through the work. The book has received recognition from Women's Prize for Fiction 2009.

Awards & Recognition

Women's Prize for Fiction
winner · global
200983
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About the Author
Barbara Kingsolver
United States
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Designed to Feel
Bestseller by Peter Burchardt
Designed to Feel
Why Evolution Built Your Emotions, and How to Make Them Work for You
“The most eye-opening book on emotions I’ve ever read.”
Get It on Amazon →Paperback & Kindle

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Lacuna about?

Harrison Shepherd, a mixed-race American-Mexican boy, works as a cook for Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in 1930s Mexico, then becomes secretary to Leon Trotsky before building a new life as a novelist in America during the McCarthy era. Kingsolver's Orange Prize winner is a panoramic historical novel.

Who wrote The Lacuna?

The Lacuna was written by Barbara Kingsolver, from United States. First published in 2009.

What awards has The Lacuna won?

The Lacuna has received the following awards and honours: Women's Prize for Fiction 2009.

Is The Lacuna worth reading?

The Lacuna is a widely acclaimed work with strong critical consensus, with an aggregate editorial score of 83/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in Mexico, McCarthy era, art.