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A House Is A Body: Stories
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A Most Anticipated Book Of 2020 From The Millions * Bustle * Buzzfeed * Electric Literaturefinalist For The 2021 Pen/Robert W. Bingham Prize For Debut Short Story Collectionfinalist For The Los Angeles Times Art Seidenbaum Award For First Fictionswamys A House Is A Body Will Not Simply Be Talked About As One Of The Greatest Short Story Collections Of The 2020S; It Will Change The Way All Storiesshort And Longare Told, Written, And Consumed. There Is Nothing, No Emotion, No Tiny Morsel Of Memory, No Touch, That This Book Does Not Take Seriously. Yet, A House Is A Body Might Be The Most Fun Ive Ever Had In A Short Story Collection. Kiese Laymon, Author Of Heavydreams Collide With Reality, Modernity With Antiquity, And Myth With Identity In The Twelve Arresting Stories Of A House Is A Body. In Earthly Pleasures, A Young Painter Living Alone In San Francisco Begins A Secret Romance With One Of Indias Biggest Celebrities, And Desire And Ego Are Laid Bare. In A Simple Composition, A Husbands Professional Crisis Leads To His Wifes Discovery Of A Dark, Ecstatic Joy. And In The Title Story, An Exhausted Mother Watches, Hypnotized By Fear, As A California Wildfire Approaches Her Home. Immersive And Assured, Provocative And Probing, These Are Stories Written With The Edge And Precision Of A Knife Blade. Set In The United States And India, They Reveal Small But Intense Moments Of Beauty, Pain, And Power That Contain The World.A House Is A Body Introduces A Bold And Original Voice In Fiction, From A Writer At The Start Of A Stellar Career.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'A House Is a Body'? A: The main theme of 'A House Is a Body' revolves around the intersection of dreams and reality, exploring identity, desire, and the human experience through twelve distinct short stories.
- Q: Who is the author of 'A House Is a Body'? A: The author of 'A House Is a Body' is Shruti Swamy, an emerging voice in fiction recognized for her poignant storytelling.
- Q: How many pages does 'A House Is a Body' have? A: The book contains 208 pages, making it a concise yet impactful collection of stories.
- Q: Is 'A House Is a Body' a debut collection? A: Yes, 'A House Is a Body' is a debut short story collection by Shruti Swamy, which has garnered critical acclaim.
- Q: What type of binding does 'A House Is a Body' have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a classic presentation.
- Q: When was 'A House Is a Body' published? A: The book was published on August 11, 2020, marking its entry into the literary world.
- Q: What kind of stories can I expect in 'A House Is a Body'? A: Readers can expect immersive and thought-provoking stories that delve into human emotions, culture, and the complexities of life in both the United States and India.
- Q: Is 'A House Is a Body' suitable for all readers? A: While the collection is rich in emotional depth and cultural context, it is generally suitable for adult readers who appreciate literary fiction.
- Q: What awards has 'A House Is a Body' been nominated for? A: The book has been nominated for the 2021 PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize for Debut Short Story Collection and the Los Angeles Times Art Seidenbaum Award for First Fiction.
- Q: What makes 'A House Is a Body' unique compared to other short story collections? A: Its unique blend of modernity and mythology, along with its exploration of identity and emotional truths, sets 'A House Is a Body' apart from other contemporary short story collections.