Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier – National Book Award Winner Now Available in Sri Lanka

Published in 1997 by Atlantic Monthly Press, Cold Mountain became an instant bestseller and established Charles Frazier as a major voice in American literature. This used copy offers Sri Lankan readers an affordable opportunity to experience one of contemporary literature’s most celebrated novels.

The Story

Set during the final years of the American Civil War, the novel follows Inman, a wounded Confederate soldier who deserts the army and embarks on a perilous journey home to Cold Mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. His goal: to reunite with Ada Monroe, the woman he fell in love with before the war.

Simultaneously, the narrative follows Ada as she transforms from a Charleston minister’s refined daughter into a capable woman learning to survive on her father’s deteriorating farm after his death. With the help of the resourceful Ruby, Ada discovers inner strength she never knew she possessed.

Why This Book Matters

– Award-Winning Excellence: National Book Award winner
– Critical Acclaim: Praised for lyrical prose and historical authenticity
– Cultural Impact: Adapted into a major Hollywood film
– Rich Characters: Memorable encounters with survivors, outliers, and casualties of war
– Timeless Themes: Love, perseverance, homecoming, and the human cost of conflict

Book Details
– Author: Charles Frazier
– Genre: Historical Fiction / Civil War Novel
– Language: English
– Original Publisher: Atlantic Monthly Press
– Condition: Used
– Price: LKR 2,950

About the Author

Charles Frazier is an American novelist whose debut novel Cold Mountain launched him to literary stardom. His meticulous research and poetic writing style have earned him comparison to classic American authors.

Order Your Copy Today

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