Flagg, Fannie

Standing In The Rainbow

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ISBN 13:
9780099448938
author:
Flagg, Fannie
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Vintage
language:
English
Publication Year:
2003
Pages:
495
Dimensions:
129mm X 198mm
Genre:
Modern fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£15.26

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Description

Standing in the Rainbow A Novel by Fannie Flagg is set against the backdrop of post-war America. In the small town of Elmwood Springs, Missouri, life is full of secrets and surprises. Neighbour Dorothy's daily broadcasts bring news of her family's antics to a wider audience, but even she has her own hidden struggles. When new residents arrive in town, including the Oatman Family, a white Southern Gospel singing group, and Hamm Sparks, a charismatic salesman, they shake things up and bring their own stories to the forefront. As the town comes together, its quirky residents share their hopes, dreams, and fears. From Charlie Fowler, the poultry king who claims to see the future in his bucket-to-go, to the Oatman Family's soulful music, everyone has a tale to tell. And then there's the new Three Little Pigs Cafeteria, with its pink neon pig casting a warm glow over the high street. With its rich tapestry of characters and stories, Standing in the Rainbow A Novel is a heartwarming and humorous exploration of community, family, and the power of storytelling.

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