
Frank Bascombe
Frank Bascombe is a fictional character created by Richard Ford, first introduced in the novel 'The Sportswriter' (1986). He is a complex, flawed, and relatable figure who works as a sports journalist and later transitions to real estate. Bascombe's character grapples with the intricacies of life, relationships, and the pursuit of meaning, making him a quintessential anti-hero in contemporary American literature. His latest adventures are chronicled in Ford's upcoming novel 'Sé mía.'
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Frank Bascombe is portrayed as a former sports journalist who embarks on a journey with his son Paul.
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