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The Bigness Of The World: Stories
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Winner Of The Flannery Oconnor Prize, The Edmund White Award, And The California Book Award, Lori Ostlunds Heartbreaking And Wonderful (Pulitzer Prizewinning Author Richard Russo) Debut Collection Of Stories About Men And Women Confronting The Unmapped And Unexpected.In Lori Ostlunds Awardwinning Debut Collection, People Seeking Escape From Situations At Home Venture Out Into A World That They Find Is Just As Complicated And Troubled As The One They Left Behind.In Prose Highlighted By Both Satire And Poignant Observation, The Bigness Of The World Contains Characters That Represent A Different Sort Of Everymanmen And Women Who Poke Fun At Ideological Rigidity While Holding Fast To Good Grammar And Manners, People Seeking Connections In A World That Seems Increasingly Foreign. In Upon Completion Of Baldness, A Young Woman Shaves Her Head For A Part In A Movie In Hong Kong That Will Help Her Escape Life With Her Lover In Albuquerque. In All Boy, A Young Logophile Encounters The Limits Of Language When He Finds He Prefers The Comfort Of A Dark Closet Over The Struggle To Make Friends At School. In Dr. Deneaus Punishment, A Math Teacher Leaving New York For Minnesota As A Means Of Punishing Himself Engages In An Unsettling Method Of Discipline. In Bed Death, A Couple Travels Malaysia To Teach, Only To Find Their Relationship Crumbling As They Are Accepted In Their New Environment. And In Idyllic Little Bali, A Group Of Americans Gather Around A Pool In Java To Discuss Their Brushes With Fame And End Up Witnessing A Mans Fatal Flight From His Wife.Ostlund Constantly Delights The Reader With The Subtlety Of Her Insights As Well As The Carefulness Of Her Prose (San Francisco Chronicle), Revealing That Wherever You Are In The World, Where You Came From Is Never Far Away. Each Piece Is Sublime (Publishers Weekly, Starred Review).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Bigness of the World: Stories' about? A: This debut collection by Lori Ostlund explores the lives of men and women seeking escape from their complicated lives, only to find similar challenges in new environments. The stories delve into themes of connection, identity, and the nuances of human relationships.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Bigness of the World'? A: The author is Lori Ostlund, an award-winning writer known for her insightful storytelling and exploration of complex characters.
- Q: What awards has 'The Bigness of the World' won? A: The book has received several accolades including the Flannery O’Connor Prize, the Edmund White Award, and the California Book Award.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The book falls under the genre of Literary Fiction, characterized by its focus on character development and thematic depth.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Bigness of the World'? A: The collection contains a total of 272 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Bigness of the World' published? A: It was published on February 16, 2016.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Is 'The Bigness of the World' suitable for all readers? A: While the book is appreciated for its literary quality, it may resonate more with readers who enjoy character-driven narratives and complex themes.
- Q: What are some notable themes in the stories? A: Notable themes include the search for identity, the struggle for connection, and the exploration of personal and societal challenges.
- Q: Are there any specific story highlights I should know about? A: The collection includes diverse stories such as 'Upon Completion of Baldness' and 'Idyllic Little Bali', each offering unique perspectives on life's challenges and relationships.