Description
A sweeping tale of love, loss, and the magic of the circus unfolds as a young man, Jacob Jankowski, finds himself adrift during the Great Depression. After a devastating personal tragedy, he impulsively joins a traveling circus, where he discovers a hidden talent as a veterinarian and becomes entangled in the lives of its colorful inhabitants. Amidst the sawdust and spectacle, Jacob forms a profound connection with Marlena, a captivating equestrian performer, and the remarkable elephant, Rosie, whose intelligence offers a glimmer of hope in their challenging world.
Available Editions
paperback
Algonquin Books
Published Jan 1, 2007
370 pages
ISBN: 9781565125605
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Details
First Published
2006
Language
eng
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Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen.