The Stories of Raymond Carver by Raymond Carver
This collection of short stories presents a gritty and realistic view of American life, often focusing on characters struggling with poverty, alcoholism, and failed relationships. The author's minimalist style and use of everyday language create a stark and often bleak portrait of the human condition, while his ability to capture the profound in the mundane lends a sense of depth and complexity to his seemingly simple narratives.
The 1415th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1981
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 53rd on The 100 Best Books of World Literature (ABC.es)
- 25 acclaimed international writers choose 25 of the best books from the last 25 years (Wasafiri Magazine)
- How to Read Literature Like a Professor: A Reading List (Thomas C. Foster)