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The most comprehensive selection of Janet Frames stories ever published, this exceptional collection has been chosen from the four different volumes released during her lifetime. Featuring the best of her stories, the book includes pieces that were written over four decades, including stories from her debut collection, The Lagoon and Other Stories. First published in 1951, those stories were written while Frame was confined in a mental hospital. When the collection won the Hubert Church Award, Frame was spared a controversial brain operation.The stories in this new book also include selections from You Are Now Entering the Human Heart, published in the 1980s after a hiatus from writing. As the last stories she published before her death, her writings from this time reveal Frames unflinching ability to explore the drama of madness, isolation, and identity.This new book also includes five short stories that have not been collected before, completing a volume that testifies to the brilliance of Janet Frames life and literary talent.
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- Q: What is 'Prizes: The Selected Stories of Janet Frame' about? A: This collection features the most comprehensive selection of Janet Frame’s stories, chosen from her four published volumes. It includes stories spanning four decades and highlights her exploration of themes like madness and identity.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on December 1, 2010.
- Q: Who is the author of this collection? A: The author of 'Prizes: The Selected Stories of Janet Frame' is Janet Frame.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 296 pages.
- Q: Are there any previously unpublished stories in this collection? A: Yes, this collection includes five short stories that have not been published before.
- Q: What themes are explored in Janet Frame's stories? A: Janet Frame's stories often explore themes of madness, isolation, and identity, reflecting her unique literary voice.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with Janet Frame's work? A: Yes, this collection serves as an excellent introduction to Janet Frame's storytelling and literary style.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy this book? A: Readers interested in literary fiction, psychological themes, and character-driven narratives would likely enjoy this collection.
- Q: How does this collection compare to Frame's earlier works? A: This collection features selected stories from Frame's earlier works, showcasing her development as a writer over four decades and includes some of her most celebrated pieces.