 First edition cover (publ. Atlantic Monthly Press) | |
| Author | Sheri Holman |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Atlantic Monthly |
| Publication date | August 1, 2003 |
| Publication place | USA |
| Pages | 448 |
| ISBN | 0-87113-900-6 |
The Mammoth Cheese is a novel by American author Sheri Holman, published in 2003 by Atlantic Monthly. The narrative follows events in a small Virginia community following the birth of eleven babies to an individual woman. It was shortlisted for the 2005 Women's Prize for Fiction.
Summary
In the small, fictional community of Three Chimneys, Virginia, a woman prematurely gives birth to 11 babies. Press flock to cover the events, causing a ripple effect, resulting in a recreation of the Cheshire Mammoth Cheese.
Reception
The Mammoth Cheese was well received by critics. January Magazine described the narrative as "superb storytelling" but criticized the book's title and cover design.
The Guardian favorably reviewed the book, calling Holman "an original of extreme quality."
Kirkus Reviews called the novel "all-around terrific."
Booklist also reviewed the novel.
Awards
The Mammoth Cheese was shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction in 2005.
References
- Abrams, David. "As Cheesy as it Gets". January Magazine. Retrieved September 10, 2023.
- Falconer, Helen (August 21, 2004). "Blame Jefferson". The Guardian. Guardian Media Group. Retrieved September 10, 2023.
- "The Mammoth Cheese". Kirkus Reviews. Retrieved September 10, 2023.
- "The Mammoth Cheese". Booklist. August 2003. Retrieved September 11, 2023.
- "The Mammoth Cheese". Women's Prize for Fiction. Retrieved September 10, 2023.
External links
- The Mammoth Cheese at the author's website