Twenty Stories

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By Jack Driscoll

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Twenty Stories by Jack Driscoll is a compelling collection of interconnected narratives that explore the intimate and often complicated lives of its characters. Set in the picturesque landscape of Northern Michigan, the stories capture the nuances of human relationships and the profound moments of introspection experienced in everyday life. Each tale is rich with emotion, offering a glimpse into personal struggles and triumphs, wrapped in beautifully detailed prose.
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You might enjoy this collection if you appreciate beautifully crafted short stories that explore the complexities of human relationships and emotions. The author brings a poetic touch to portraying the nuances of ordinary lives, making each narrative both relatable and thought-provoking. This book is perfect for readers who value introspective storytelling with rich character development.

Twenty Stories

The selection of the best stories from a lifetime of fictions by the acknowledged master of his craft.

Description

The selection of the best stories from a lifetime of fictions by the acknowledged master of his craft.

Winner of Pushcart's Editors Book Award, Twenty Stories is cause for a grand celebration. Few short story writers have received the acclaim offered to Jack Driscoll over the decades. Here he has selected twenty of his best fictions, including the classics Prowlers and That Story, both winners of The Pushcart Prize.

The qualities that make his work indelible—his deeply intimate relationship with nature and people, his natural lyricism, the authentic way his credible narratives earn their mystery—are all here in this beautiful collection, the culmination of a master writer’s lifetime.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Jack Driscoll's Twenty Stories is acclaimed for its technical brilliance and emotional depth, with reviewers praising its poetic language and universal resonance. The collection is described as hauntingly authentic, searing, and powerful, offering an immensely rewarding experience that leaves a lasting impression on readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9798985469714

Publisher: Pushcart Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 June 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Pushcart Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 423g

Pages: 280

Collections

Fiction General Fiction Jack Driscoll Literary Fiction

About the Author

Jack Driscoll is the author of several volumes of short stories and poetry, including Waiting Only to Be Heard, winner of the PEN/Nelson Algren Short Fiction Award. His novel Lucky Man, Lucky Woman won the 1998 Editors Book Award. He is also a poet. He lives in northern Michigan with his wife and teaches at the Interlochen Center for the Arts.