Description
Frank Bascombe, a sportswriter in his late thirties, navigates the complexities of life with a detached yet deeply observant eye. As he chronicles the lives of athletes, he grapples with his own profound losses—a son, a marriage, and the fading echoes of his career. This Easter week becomes a crucible, forcing him to confront the dissolution of his familiar world. Yet, even as his life unravels, Frank's indomitable spirit and unique perspective on the human condition allow him to face the future with an unexpected, soaring optimism.
Available Editions
paperback
Vintage Books
Published Jan 1, 1986
375 pages
ISBN: 0394743253
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Details
First Published
1986
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Sportswriter by Richard Ford.