1 / 4The Shipping News by Annie Proulx
Annie Proulx: The Shipping News is a novel about Quoyle, a failed journalist who moves with his daughters to his family home in Newfoundland after his wife dies. The listing describes a story of family, hardship and rebuilding, and identifies it as a winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and the National Book Award.
At a glance
- A novel following Quoyle and his two daughters as they start over in Newfoundland.
- The listing identifies the book as a winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and the National Book Award.
- The story blends family struggles, small-town life and humour.
Reference price: €9.75
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A detailed 368-page novel for readers who want an immersive story rather than a short read.
- Customer feedback praises the prose, characters, humour and emotional depth.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Fourth Estate |
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| Publication date | 19 November 2026 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 368 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1857022424 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1857022421 |
| Weight listed | 1.05 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.08 x 0.91 x 7.8 inches |
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the writing, characters, interwoven plot, humour and emotional depth. Readers also describe the story as engaging and worthwhile, with one account mentioning rereading it. This may appeal to buyers seeking immersive, character-led fiction, though the feedback does not establish that every reader will respond the same way.
Positive themes
- Readers praise the prose, characters and interwoven plot.
- Feedback also highlights humour, emotional depth and an engaging story.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Shipping News about?
The listing describes Quoyle, a failed journalist who moves with his two daughters to his ancestral home in Newfoundland after his wife dies, where they try to build new lives.
How long is this edition?
The listing gives a print length of 368 pages.
What awards does the listing mention?
It identifies the novel as a winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and the National Book Award.
