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The Great Santini

by Pat Conroy, Pat Conroy (Introduction), Dick Hill
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Synopsis

A tyrannical father, a military "ace" brutalize his family and particularly his oldest son, interpreting humanity as weakness in this unsparing novel. Tragedy is the outcome. Robert Duvall's performance of the title character in the film adaptation is perhaps his finest role.

About the Author, Pat Conroy

Pat Conroy's novels are populated with domineering fathers, Southern belles of steel, and inexorable tragedy; all are elements the author is familiar with from his own life, and he has drawn on them to create unforgettable books. He is sometimes accused of florid prose, but he never fails to draw attention -- and readers -- with his passionate stories.

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Book Details

Published
January 1, 2010
Publisher
Brilliance Audio
Format
Compact Disc
ISBN
9781441814852

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