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Dance of the Happy Shades: And Other Stories,Used
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Fifteen stunning short stories from Nobel Prizewinning author Alice Munro, a true master of the form (Salman Rushdie).How does one know when one is in the grip of artof a major talent? . . . It is art that speaks from the pages of Alice Munros stories.The Wall Street JournalA young girl gets an unexpected glimpse into her fathers past when she realizes the sales call theyve made one summer afternoon during the Great Depression is to his old sweetheart. A married woman, returning home after the death of her invalid mother, tries to release the sister whod stayed behind as their mothers caretaker. The audience at a childrens piano recital receives a surprising lesson in the power of art to transform when a notquiteright student performs with unexpected musicality and a spirit of joy.In Dance of the Happy Shades, Alice Munro conjures ordinary lives with an extraordinary vision, displaying the remarkable talent for which she is now widely celebrated. Set on farms, by river marshes, in the lonely towns and new suburbs of western Ontario, these tales are luminous acts of attention to those vivid moments when revelation emerges from the layers of experience that lie behind even the most everyday events and lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Dance of the Happy Shades'? A: The main theme of 'Dance of the Happy Shades' revolves around ordinary lives and the profound revelations that emerge from everyday experiences, as depicted through Alice Munro's masterful storytelling.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Dance of the Happy Shades'? A: The author of 'Dance of the Happy Shades' is Alice Munro, a Nobel Prize–winning writer known for her exceptional short stories.
- Q: What type of book is 'Dance of the Happy Shades'? A: 'Dance of the Happy Shades' is a collection of short stories, categorized under genre fiction.
- Q: How many pages does 'Dance of the Happy Shades' have? A: 'Dance of the Happy Shades' contains 241 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Dance of the Happy Shades' is listed as a new book in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Dance of the Happy Shades' published? A: 'Dance of the Happy Shades' was published on August 11, 1998.
- Q: What kind of binding does 'Dance of the Happy Shades' have? A: 'Dance of the Happy Shades' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What can readers expect from the stories in this collection? A: Readers can expect stunning narratives that explore the complexities of human relationships and the subtle beauty of everyday life.
- Q: Is 'Dance of the Happy Shades' suitable for all ages? A: 'Dance of the Happy Shades' is generally suitable for adult readers due to its themes and narrative style.
- Q: What is the edition of 'Dance of the Happy Shades'? A: 'Dance of the Happy Shades' is published as part of the Vintage Contemporaries edition.