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Book Review of The Prince of Tides

The Prince of Tides
The Prince of Tides
Author: Pat Conroy
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Book Type: Paperback
reviewed on
Helpful Score: 6


An outstanding novel by a truly gifted writer. One my favorite novels of all time. It's the kind of book you recommend to friends, even those who don't read. It is much better and deeper than the movie. Pat Conroy at times would include Mark Twain-like situations that are very funny.

Read the first two sentences: "My wound is geography. It is also my anchorage, my port of call." Conroy was a terrific word smith. This is a book you will want to savor like fine wine.