Forrest Gump
- 48 pages
- 2 hours of reading
The story of Forrest Gump, a lovable simpleton who manages to be at the centre of American events over the course of 30 years.
Forrest Gump Series
This series chronicles the extraordinary life of a kind-hearted man who, despite his intellectual limitations, embarks on a remarkable journey. His fate intertwines with pivotal moments in modern history, showcasing how simplicity, innocence, and unwavering optimism can lead to unexpected success. From battlefields to cosmic adventures, these works celebrate the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of love.
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Gump & Co.
- 226 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Take my word for it - don't never let nobody make a movie of your life's story... Forrest Gump is back! The lovable character returns in a long-awaited sequel to the bestselling novel and blockbuster film. A little older and wiser, he navigates the vibrant yet tumultuous 1980s, a time marked by greed and instant gratification. Whenever he feels lost, he visits Jenny's grave for comfort. After the Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. goes bust, Forrest finds himself flat broke, sweeping floors in a New Orleans strip joint. However, his fortunes change when he gets the chance to play championship football again, bringing him back into the limelight and financial stability. But fate is unpredictable, and soon he’s on the road selling dubious encyclopedias while trying to raise his son, little Forrest, who needs him more than ever. Forrest's touching and comedic journey unfolds with unexpected events, including a chaotic attempt at hog farming, a quirky recipe for New Coke, and encounters with notable figures like Ollie North. Praised as a wacky and funny nuthouse of a book, Forrest's adventures continue to captivate readers, proving that he truly leads anything but a humdrum life.
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The Wit and Wisdom of Forrest Gump
THE WORLD WILL NEVER BE THE SAME ONCE YOU'VE SEEN IT THROUGH THE EYES OF FORREST GUMP America's most lovable new hero is winning smiles and hearts everywhere these days - in the Paramount motion picture, Forrest Gump, starring Tom Hanks, and in the novel by Winston Groom (available in Black Swan paperback), hailed by critics as one of the funniest books they've ever read. Now the fun continues in this delightful confection of wit and wisdom from the world according to Gump... ALWAYS BE ABLE TO LOOK BACK AND SAY "AT LEAST I DIDN'T LEAD NO HUMDRUM LIFE" 'DO NOT SUCK YOUR THUMB-OR ANYBODY ELSE'S FOR THAT MATTER' ONLY LAUGH WHEN SOMETHIN' IS FUNNY