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The Best of Frank O'Connor (Everyman's Library (Cloth))

By O'Connor, Frank & Barnes, Julian

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(Book Jacket Status: Jacketed)The most generous one-volume collection ever published of short stories, autobiographical writings,poetry, and essays by the writer Yeats called “Ireland’s Chekhov.”Selected and arranged thematically by Julian Barnes, the rich mix of writings in The Best of Frank O’Connor starts off with his most famous short story, “Guests of the Nation,” set during the Irish War of Independence; chronicles his childhood with an alcoholic father and protective mother; and traces his literary influences in brilliant essays on Joyce and Yeats. O’Connor’s wonderfully polyphonic tales of family, friendship, and rivalry are set beside those that bring to life forgotten souls on the fringes of society. O’Connor’s writings about Ireland vividly evoke the land he called home, while other stories probe the hardships and rewards of Irish emigration. Finally, we see O’Connor grappling, in both fiction and memoir, with the largest questions of religion and belief.The Best of Frank O’Connor is a literary monument to a truly great writer.

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ISBN
978-0-30726-904-1
Publisher
Everyman's Library


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Reviewed on May 27, 2009

Associated with the Irish literary renaissance alongside W.B. Yeats and J.M. Synge, O'Connor is best known for his short stories and memoirs. Barnes (Arthur & George) curates an impressive collection of O'Connor's fiction and nonfiction, organized by theme (e.g., war, childhood, Ireland). Barnes's introductory prefaces offer just enough context for each section without overwhelming O'Connor's text. Verdict Barnes does an excellent job of presenting O'Connor's most important works and ideas in a single volume. His decision to structure the book thematically will allow literature students and professors deeper insight into O'Connor's oeuvre.-Deborah Hicks, Univ. of Alberta Libs., Edmonton Copyright 2009 Media Source Inc. Copyright 2009 Media Source Inc. ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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