September 21, 2003

Ordinary People

AUTHOR: Judith Guest
ISBN: 0140065172
Plot Summary: From the Publisher--The Jarrets are a typical American family. Calvin is a determined, successful provider and Beth an organized, efficient wife. They had two sons, Conrad and Buck, but now they have one. In this memorable, moving novel, Judith Guest takes the reader into their lives to share their misunderstandings, pain...and ultimate healing.
Complaints: Suicide, sexual themese, obscene language
Called "obscene" and "depressing" and banned by Merrimack, NH High School, 1982.
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Posted at September 21, 2003 05:05 PM


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