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Movie · 1991

Is At Play in the Fields of the Lord based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. At Play in the Fields of the Lord is based on the book At Play in the Fields of the Lord by Peter Matthiessen (1965).

The movie was released in 1991.

The book behind At Play in the Fields of the Lord

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At Play in the Fields of the Lord

by Peter Matthiessen · first published 1965

1965 novel by Peter Matthiessen.

Common questions

Is At Play in the Fields of the Lord based on a book?

Yes. At Play in the Fields of the Lord is based on the book At Play in the Fields of the Lord by Peter Matthiessen (1965).

Who wrote the book At Play in the Fields of the Lord is based on?

At Play in the Fields of the Lord was written by Peter Matthiessen and first published in 1965.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read At Play in the Fields of the Lord before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.

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