The Book of Ruth

by Jane Hamilton

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Overview

Winner of the 1989 PEN/Hemingway Foundation Award for best first novel, this exquisite book confronts real-life issues of alienation and violence from which the author creates a stunning testament to the human capacity for mercy, compassion and love.

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Book details & editions

ISBN	0385265700
Publisher	Independent Publishing
Publication date	November 1988
Language	English
Pages	328 pages

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About the Author

Jane Hamilton

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.