William Saroyan

The Daring Young Man on the Flying Trapeze

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ISBN 13:: 9780811213653
author:: William Saroyan
format:: Paperback
publisher:: New Directions Publishing Corporation
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1997
Pages:: 272
Genre:: Books
Condition:: New
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£14.70

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William Saroyan's The Daring Young Man on the Flying Trapeze and Other Stories is a poignant collection of short stories that capture the mood of America during its greatest time of want. Written in 1934, these tales reflect the nation's pathos and humor through the experiences of characters from diverse backgrounds. The title story, for example, tells the touching tale of a young writer struggling to survive, while other stories portray the lives of Armenians, Jews, Chinese, Poles, Africans, and the Irish. These stories were written during the great depression and offer a unique insight into the human experience during this period. With its blend of pathos and humor, Saroyan's The Daring Young Man on the Flying Trapeze and Other Stories is a compelling read that will appeal to fans of literary fiction.

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