O'Brien, Edna
The Love Object: Selected Stories
- ISBN 13:
- 9780316378284
- author:
- O'Brien, Edna
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Back Bay Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 544
- Dimensions:
- 20.83 x 13.97 x 3.56 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Short Stories, Fiction & Literature
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Edna O'Brien's collected stories offer a profound exploration of love, family, and identity. Spanning five decades of her writing, these thirty-one tales showcase the author's mastery of prose, revealing a deep understanding of the human experience. From coming-of-age narratives to poignant explorations of class and relationships, O'Brien's stories are marked by their nuance and emotional depth. With a keen eye for detail, she captures the complexities of longing, desire, and love in all its forms. This collection provides a powerful portrait of Ireland, both within and beyond its borders. A testament to O'Brien's skill as a writer, this volume is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in exceptional storytelling.