The Pugilist at Rest: Stories
- 240 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Thom Jones Books
Thom Jones was an American author celebrated primarily for his short stories. His work frequently delves into themes of mortality, pain, and the search for solace within a pessimistic philosophy. Jones drew heavily on his personal experiences, including his time in the Marines and challenging family dynamics, to inform his fiction. His unflinching realism and raw portrayal of the human psyche established him as a distinctive voice in American literature.
A collection of short works brings readers to the disease-infested areas of Rwanda and follows the stories of hard-struggling victims, devoted doctors, and a strung-out advertising writer who does the work of God. Tour.
Twelve short stories by the National Book Award finalist of Pugilist at Rest follow the stories of mental hospital affiliates, including a Vietnam vet, a brilliant but burned out doctor, and a young amateur fighter. 25,000 first printing.
