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A Man Called Ove

A Novel

by Fredrik Backman · 2014 · 337 pages

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About This Book

Ove is a grumpy yet loveable widower whose solitary world is turned upside down when a boisterous young family moves in next door. This heartwarming story explores how unexpected friendships and community can transform a life shaped by grief and strict routine.

Genres

Psychology & Behavior Fiction & Literature Society & Politics

Topics

Communication Emotional Intelligence Motivation Resilience Storytelling

Book Details

Published

2014

Pages

337

Language

sv

ISBN

9781476738017

Awards & Recognition

Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Fiction (2014)Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Debut Goodreads Author (2014)

Audiobook Available

9h 13m

Narrated by J.K. Simmons

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