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Lydia Davis is one of our most original and influential writers. She has been called “an American virtuoso of the short story form” (Salon) and “one of the quiet giants . . . of American fiction” (Los Angeles Times Book Review). Now, for the first time, Davis’s short stories will be collected in one volume, from the groundbreaking Break It Down (1986) to the 2007 National Book Award nominee Varieties of Disturbance.
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Masterful short stories capturing human complexity concisely.
Who is this book for?
If you're drawn to stories that explore life's intricacies with brevity and precision, Lydia Davis's collection is perfect. Her unique gift for distilling deep emotional truths into short, impactful narratives makes each story a memorable journey. Readers who appreciate literary craftsmanship and subtle insights into human nature will find this collection both enlightening and moving.
