Horse by Geraldine Brooks
The novel weaves together multiple timelines and narratives centered around a legendary 19th-century racehorse named Lexington. It explores themes of race, art, and history through the lives of various characters, including an enslaved groom with a deep bond to the horse, a contemporary art historian, and a Smithsonian scientist. As the story unfolds, it delves into the complexities of human relationships and the enduring impact of the past on the present, highlighting the intersections of ambition, legacy, and the quest for understanding across different eras.
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- Published
- 2022
- Nationality
- Australian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
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(5.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- 46th on Australia’s Radio National top 100 books of the 21st century (ABC Radio national)
- 3078th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)