Tell Me a Riddle by Tillie Olsen
"Tell Me a Riddle" is a collection of four short stories that explore the lives of working-class Americans. The narrative primarily focuses on a married couple who are struggling with their relationship and their identities in the twilight of their lives. As the wife is diagnosed with a terminal illness, they are forced to confront their past, their choices, and their love for each other. The book paints an intimate portrait of their lives, their struggles, and their resilience, capturing the complexities of human relationships and the harsh realities of life.
The 828th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1961
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 100-200
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 7th on For The Love of Books (For The Love of Books)
- Donald Barthelme’s Reading List (Believer Mag)
- 75 Books Every Woman Should Read (Jezebel)
- 100 Great 20th Century English-language Works of Fiction by Women (Feminista!)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))
- A Response to David Handlin’s “One Hundred Best American Novels” (The American Scholar)