John O’Hara Books
John O'Hara was an American writer celebrated for his keen observation of social status and class distinctions. Possessing an uncannily accurate ear for dialogue, he masterfully captured the ambitions and lives of his characters. His work, which began with short stories and evolved into best-selling novels, vividly portrays the social intricacies of his era.
At age 82, Clifton Fadiman continues his prolific publishing career, here presenting 62 of the world's best short stories from 16 countries. His criteria? "Each story had to be both interesting and of high literary merit." Fadiman fulfills both requirements and much more, offering a cornucopia of superior 20th-century writers that includes Franz Kafka, D. H. Lawrence, Isaac Babel, F. Scott Fitzgerald, William Faulkner, Ernest Hemingway, John Cheever, Sean O'Faolain, Graham Greene, Robert Penn Warren, Colette, John Updike, Donald Barthelme, and James Thurber. (Regrettably, J. D. Salinger is not included due to lack of permission.) Here is a truly remarkable collection of this century's short stories that readers from all over the world will read with delight.
Elvis & You. Your Guide to the Pleasures of Being an Elvis Fan
- 626 pages
- 22 hours of reading
The ultimate guide for Elvis Presley fans provides a host of never-before-seen photographs, helpful advice on collecting Elvis memorabilia, trivia, a complete discography, and information on Elvis websites, movies, music, fan clubs, chat rooms, and more. Original.
Celebrating its 75th anniversary alongside Frank Sinatra's centennial, this edition of a Jazz Age classic offers a unique blend of literary and musical heritage. It not only highlights the story that inspired Sinatra's iconic film and a successful Broadway musical but also includes the libretto and lyrics from the musical, enriching the reader's experience of this beloved tale.
