Flannery O’Connor was a distinctive American author, celebrated for her unique perspective on Southern life and deeply ingrained Catholic beliefs. Her works are characterized by sharp humor, unsettling imagery, and explorations of grace and redemption amidst settings rife with violence and the grotesque. O’Connor masterfully crafted characters grappling with faith, sin, and the divine, often in unexpected and dramatic moments. Her writing continues to captivate readers with its intensity and unflinching honesty.
Contents:Wise blood --The violent bear it away --A good man is hard to find --The life you save may be your own --A stroke of good fortune --A temple of the Holy Ghost --The artificial nigger --A circle in the fire --A late encounter with the enemy --Good country people --The displaced person.
Contains letters written by Flannery O'Connor.
The essays and articles in this volume are concerned mainly with the art of fiction--its quality, in regional writing; its nature and its aims; and its relatino to the writer's religion.
Featuring thirty-one stories, this collection includes twelve previously unpublished works by O'Connor that were not part of her two lifetime collections, "Everything That Rises Must Converge" and "A Good Man Is Hard to Find." The anthology showcases her distinctive voice and keen observations of human nature, offering readers a deeper understanding of her literary contributions and the themes she explored throughout her career.
Thirty-one tales depicting the humorous, if near tragic conditions of life in the Deep South during the fifties.
The collection that established O'Connor's reputation as one of the American masters of the short story. The volume contains the celebrated title story, a tale of the murderous fugitive The Misfit, as well as The Displaced Person and eight other stories
The inspiring devotional journal of a young Flannery O'Connor, which contains the key to her life and work
Featuring new material on provision for two year olds, school readiness and a new chapter on families and transitions, this book explains why transitions matter and provides practical guidance on how to support young children's developing emotional resilience and equip them to embrace change.
Interviews with the author of Wise Blood, A Good Man Is Hard to Find, and Everything That Rises Must Converge
This collection features over one hundred unpublished letters from acclaimed author Flannery O'Connor, offering a glimpse into her thoughts and relationships with a remarkable group of friends. The correspondence reveals her literary insights, personal reflections, and the vibrant intellectual community she was part of, making it a significant addition to her legacy and a valuable resource for fans and scholars alike.