41 pages • 1 hour read
Robert James WallerThe Bridges of Madison County
Fiction | Novella | Adult | Published in 1992A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In The Bridges of Madison County by Robert James Waller, a world-traveling photographer, Robert Kincaid, and a farmer's wife, Francesca Johnson, experience a sudden, intense romance when they meet in Madison County, Iowa, while her family is away. Over a few days, they form a deep connection, but Francesca ultimately chooses her family, leading to a poignant parting.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
In The Bridges of Madison County, Robert James Waller crafts a poignant love story that resonates with readers through its lyrical prose and deep emotional connection. While many praise its romanticism and evocative descriptions, others find the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Overall, it's a divisive but touching narrative about love and choices.
Who Should Read The Bridges of Madison County?
Readers who enjoy poignant, emotional love stories will be captivated by Robert James Waller’s The Bridges of Madison County. Fans of Nicholas Sparks’ The Notebook and Audrey Niffenegger’s The Time Traveler's Wife will appreciate its timeless romance and rich emotional depth within the tapestry of an evocative Midwestern setting.
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Reading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Romance
American Literature
Modern Classic Fiction
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Values/Ideas: Art
Values/Ideas: Fate
Arts / Culture
Love / Sexuality
Relationships