A Prayer for Owen Meany
novel by Irving
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A Prayer for Owen Meany is a novel by John Irving, published in 1989. The story is narrated by John Wheelwright and focuses on his childhood friendship with Owen Meany, a small boy with a profound, almost messianic, impact on his life. The novel explores themes common in Irving's work, such as feminism, absent fathers, and macabre humor. It is known for its engaging storyline and unique characters, characteristic of Irving's writing style.
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