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The Bridges of Madison County

1995224 pagesGrand Central Publishing

Synopsis

Robert Kincaid, a wandering photographer, arrives in Madison County to document its historic covered bridges. There, he meets Francesca Johnson, a farm wife whose life has been defined by duty. Their unexpected connection ignites a passionate, brief affair that challenges their understanding of love and leaves an indelible mark on their lives.

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About the author

Robert James Waller is the author of Sure la route de Madison, a bestselling novel about a brief but intense love affair. This story of an Iowa housewife and a traveling photographer was also made into a popular film. He wrote several other books, often focusing on relationships and the American landscape.

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Robert KincaidProtagonist
Francesca JohnsonProtagonist

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Book cover of The Bridges of Madison County
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