The Lottery and Other Stories by Shirley Jackson
"The Lottery and Other Stories" is a collection of short stories that explore the dark side of human nature, often through the lens of seemingly ordinary people and events. The titular story follows a small town's annual ritual, which ends in a shocking and brutal act of violence. Other stories delve into themes of alienation, prejudice, and the human capacity for cruelty, all while maintaining a veneer of normalcy and routine. The collection is known for its unsettling atmosphere and its ability to reveal the sinister undercurrents of everyday life.
The 747th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1948
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- 63,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 8 lists:
- 72nd on Click If You Dare: 100 Favorite Horror Stories (NPR)
- 564th on Fantasy and Horror: A Critical and Historical Guide (Book)
- 100 Life-Changing Books (National Book Award)
- A Century of Reading (Lithub)
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)
- 75 Books Every Woman Should Read (Jezebel)
- Horror Writer Association's Top 40 Horror Books of All Time (Horror Writer Association)
- The 100 Greatest American Novels, 1893 – 1993 (Jeff O'Neal at Bookriot.com)