An Ocean in Iowa A Novel
An Ocean in Iowa, a novel by Peter Hedges, is published by Simon and Schuster on April 28, 1999. This 1st Scribner Paperback Fiction edition spans 247 pages and is presented in English. The story unfolds in a small town in Iowa, where young Scotty Ocean believes that the age of seven will be transformative. However, his expectations are shattered when his mother abandons the family, prompting Scotty to take extraordinary measures to cope with her absence.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the complexities of family life and the emotional landscape of childhood. As Scotty grapples with his mother’s departure, he embarks on a journey filled with humor and sadness, ultimately confronting the challenges of growing up. The novel examines the delicate relationships between parents and children, highlighting the struggles of acceptance and the desire to hold onto innocence.
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In a small town in Iowa, Scotty Ocean has announced that seven is going to be his year. It does turn out to be his year, but not quite the one he had imagined. It is the year his mother abandons the family. At first, Scotty does astonishing things to get her to return. When he realizes she won’t be coming back, he decides he must replace her. And when that proves impossible, he takes the dramatic step of trying to remain seven forever.
Funny, sad, and constantly surprising, An Ocean in Iowa explores the fragile contracts between parents and children and what it really means to grow up.
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