Edith Pearlman
Honeydew
- ISBN 13:
- 9781444797046
- author:
- Edith Pearlman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Murray
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 2 x 19.9 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Edith Pearlman's Honeydew is a masterful collection of short stories that showcase her unique ability to craft whole lives in just ten pages. With generosity and insight, she reveals the complexities and kindnesses of her characters, from those who have suffered hardship to those who are struggling to find their place. Pearlman's stories are minutely observant, capturing the foibles and failings of people with equal care as they reveal moments of truth and kindness. This majestic new collection is a testament to her skill as a short-story writer, confirming her place among the great modern writers of our time. If you're looking for a reading experience that will leave you with a lasting impression, look no further than Honeydew.