Saunders, George
A Swim in a Pond in the Rain: From the Man Booker Prize-winning, New York Times-bestselling author of Lincoln in the Bardo
- ISBN 13:
- 9781526624246
- author:
- Saunders, George
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.27 kg
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Collections, Essays,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
George Saunders' A Swim in a Pond in the Rain offers a unique literary masterclass on the art of storytelling. The book is a collection of seven essays, paired with iconic short stories by Chekhov, Turgenev, Tolstoy, and Gogol, that explore the fundamental questions of fiction and its relevance in today's world. Through his teaching experience, Saunders shares insights gained from his MFA students at Syracuse University, providing a fresh perspective on the craft of writing. The essays are designed to help readers understand how fiction works and why it remains essential in turbulent times. By examining the works of these renowned authors, Saunders invites readers to consider the big questions that fiction can pose, such as the purpose of art and the nature of truth. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of storytelling and its continued relevance in contemporary society.
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