The Great Urge Downward
Published in 1984, The Great Urge Downward is a gay fiction novel by Gordon Merrick. Key subjects include gay men.
It has been published in 6 editions.
At about 438 pages, most readers finish it in 8–9 hours.
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Who wrote The Great Urge Downward?
The Great Urge Downward was written by Gordon Merrick and first published in 1984.
What genre is The Great Urge Downward?
It is usually shelved as Gay Fiction.
How long is The Great Urge Downward?
The median edition has 438 pages, about 8–9 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to The Great Urge Downward?
Readers who like it often enjoy Drôle de garçon, Dancer from the Dance and A Boy's Own Story.
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