Terms of Endearment

THE ACCLAIMED NOVEL THAT INSPIRED THE ACADEMY AWARD-WINNING FILM

"A vivid and richly detailed novel about ourselves and those we love" New Republic

In this acclaimed novel that inspired the Academy Award-winning motion picture, Larry McMurtry created two unforgettable characters who won the hearts of readers and moviegoers everywhere: Aurora Greenway and her daughter, Emma.

Aurora is the kind of woman who makes the whole world orbit around her, including a string of devoted suitors. Widowed and overprotective of her daughter, Aurora adapts at her own pace until life sends two enormous challenges her way: Emma's hasty marrriage and subsequent battle with cancer. Terms of Endearment is the Oscar-winning story of a memorable mother and her feisty daughter and their struggle to find the courage and humor to live through life's hazards - and to love each other as never before.

PRAISE FOR TERMS OF ENDEARMENT

"Very special . . . very winning . . . it will make you laugh and cry" New York Times

"McMurtry is one of our best, and Terms of Endearment is one of his finest" Los Angeles Times