The Collected Stories of Jean Stafford
Apr 2017 · Macmillan + ORM
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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Short Stories from a Distinctively American Voice
The Collected Stories of Jean Stafford brings together the major short works of fiction by one of the most unique and compelling American stylists of her generation. In these stories, Stafford masterfully communicates the intricate details of loneliness and connection, the search for freedom, and the desire to belong. With an elegant economy of words, she illuminates not only the entire lives of her protagonists but also immerses the reader in the sense of place and time in which they find themselves.
This captivating collection includes the acclaimed story "An Influx of Poets," appearing for the first time in book form. Each piece showcases Stafford's distinctive voice and her ability to craft characters and narratives that resonate with readers long after the final page.
Immerse yourself in this anthology of the best short stories from a true master of the form. The Collected Stories of Jean Stafford is a must-read for anyone who appreciates finely crafted short fiction that explores the depths of the human experience.
The Collected Stories of Jean Stafford brings together the major short works of fiction by one of the most unique and compelling American stylists of her generation. In these stories, Stafford masterfully communicates the intricate details of loneliness and connection, the search for freedom, and the desire to belong. With an elegant economy of words, she illuminates not only the entire lives of her protagonists but also immerses the reader in the sense of place and time in which they find themselves.
This captivating collection includes the acclaimed story "An Influx of Poets," appearing for the first time in book form. Each piece showcases Stafford's distinctive voice and her ability to craft characters and narratives that resonate with readers long after the final page.
Immerse yourself in this anthology of the best short stories from a true master of the form. The Collected Stories of Jean Stafford is a must-read for anyone who appreciates finely crafted short fiction that explores the depths of the human experience.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Short Stories from a Distinctively American Voice
The Collected Stories of Jean Stafford brings together the major short works of fiction by one of the most unique and compelling American stylists of her generation. In these stories, Stafford masterfully communicates the i...
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Jean Stafford (1915-79) was the author of three novels, Boston Adventure, The Mountain Lion, The Catherine Wheel, as well as several children's and nonfiction books. She was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 1970.
Jean Stafford (1915-79) was the author of three novels, Boston Adventure, The Mountain Lion, The Catherine Wheel, as well as several children's and nonfiction books. She was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 1970.
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