John McPhee
Silk Parachute
- ISBN 13:
- 9780374532628
- author:
- John McPhee
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Farrar, Straus and Giroux
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 140mm X 15mm
- Genre:
- Literary Fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Silk Parachute is a collection of prose pieces that showcase John McPhee's unique blend of humor and intensity. This anthology features nine diverse essays, including "Silk Parachute," which has become one of McPhee's most anthologized works. In these pages, McPhee shares personal anecdotes and observations on various subjects, from his early years to his experiences as a reportorial traveler. Each piece is carefully crafted to reveal the author's fascination with its subject matter, much like a parachute unfolding in the sky. With characteristic humor and insight, McPhee explores themes such as lacrosse, photography, food, golf, and European landscapes. This collection offers a unique glimpse into McPhee's writing style and his ability to find meaning in everyday experiences.
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