Parnassus on Wheels
Parnassus on Wheels
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New England • 1910s
2003
Adult
13+ years
Super Short Summary
In Parnassus on Wheels by Christopher Morley, a woman named Helen McGill experiences a life change when she purchases a traveling bookstore called Parnassus. Accompanied by its former owner, Roger Mifflin, Helen embarks on an adventure, discovering new opportunities and gaining independence away from her monotonous farm life with her brother.
Humorous
Adventurous
Nostalgic
Playful
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
11,182 ratings
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Review Roundup
Parnassus on Wheels by Christopher Morley is generally praised for its charming narrative and witty prose. Readers appreciate the novel's exploration of independence and adventure. However, some find its pacing slow and character development lacking in depth. The book's nostalgic depiction of rural America provides a delightful escape, appealing to lovers of classic literature.
Who Should Read Parnassus on Wheels?
A reader who enjoys Parnassus on Wheels likely appreciates charming, whimsical tales of adventure with literary undertones. Fans of authors like Jerome K. Jerome and books such as The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society would find delight in this humorous, bookish journey.
11,182 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
New England • 1910s
2003
Adult
13+ years
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