Water For Elephants by Sara Gruen
This novel transports readers to the vibrant yet gritty world of a traveling circus during the Great Depression. Through the eyes of Jacob Jankowski, a young veterinary student who is suddenly orphaned and penniless, we are plunged into the chaotic beauty of circus life. After jumping onto a passing train, Jacob finds himself employed as a vet for the circus menagerie. There, he encounters Marlena, the beautiful star performer, and Rosie, an elephant who seems untrainable until Jacob discovers a way to reach her. Amidst the backdrop of a bygone era, the story explores themes of love, cruelty, and the pursuit of dreams, revealing the harsh realities behind the glittering circus facade.
The 9000th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 330-350
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- 270th on The Complete 500: OCLC (OCLC)