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The Collected Breece D'J Pancake: Stories, Fragments, Letters,Used
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A definitive edition of the haunted and haunting stories of the legendary West Virginia writer, with rare unfinished stories and fragments and revealing lettersBreece D'J Pancake published only a handful of stories before he took his own life in 1979, just shy of his twentyseventh birthday. Those stories and a small number of others found among his papers after his death comprise the remarkable posthumous collection The Stories of Breece D'J Pancake (1983), recognized at the time as "an American Dubliners" (Jayne Anne Phillips) and a collection by a "young writer of such extraordinary gifts that one is tempted to compare his debut to Hemingway's" (Joyce Carol Oates). Kurt Vonnegut called him "merely the best writer, the most sincere writer I've ever read." Today his diverse admirers include Margaret Atwood, Andre Dubus III, Tom Waits, and Lorde.The Collected Breece D'J Pancake brings together the original landmark book, several story drafts and fragments, and a selection of Pancake's letters to offer an unprecedented picture of his life and art. Among the unfinished stories are fragments from Pancake's two planned novels. The letters document his relationship with writers such as Peter Taylor, John Casey, James Alan McPherson, and Mary Lee Settle, and offer a picture of his collaborative relationship with his mother, who sent him newspaper clippings and helped him research his stories."Pancake's stories are the only stories written in just this way," Jayne Anne Phillips writes in her introduction, "from inside the minds of protagonists coming of age in the mountains of an Appalachian world closed to others." At once beautiful and relentlessly bleak, the stories concern miners, truckers, farmers, waitresses, and others facing constricted economic and life prospects. In one way or another, his characters are stuck, hoping for a change in fortune they can neither relinquish nor quite bring themselves to believe in, the land and the past making equally strong claims on their darkening present.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the genre of 'The Collected Breece D'J Pancake'? A: 'The Collected Breece D'J Pancake' falls under the genre of Small Town & Rural literature, featuring haunting stories set in the Appalachian region.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Collected Breece D'J Pancake' is Breece D'J Pancake, a notable writer known for his poignant storytelling and exploration of rural life.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Collected Breece D'J Pancake' is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a classic look for collectors.
- Q: When was 'The Collected Breece D'J Pancake' published? A: The book was published on October 27, 2020.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: 'The Collected Breece D'J Pancake' contains a total of 384 pages.
- Q: What themes are explored in Breece D'J Pancake's stories? A: Pancake's stories delve into themes of economic struggle, personal despair, and the intricacies of life in rural Appalachia, showcasing characters facing challenging circumstances.
- Q: Are there any unpublished works included in this collection? A: Yes, 'The Collected Breece D'J Pancake' includes rare unfinished stories and fragments that provide insight into the author's creative process.
- Q: What can readers expect from the letters included in the book? A: The letters in the collection document Breece D'J Pancake's relationships with other writers and offer a glimpse into his thoughts and collaborative efforts.
- Q: Is 'The Collected Breece D'J Pancake' suitable for fans of literary fiction? A: Yes, readers who appreciate literary fiction and character-driven narratives will likely find 'The Collected Breece D'J Pancake' to be a compelling read.
- Q: What makes this collection a definitive edition? A: 'The Collected Breece D'J Pancake' is considered a definitive edition due to its comprehensive inclusion of his notable stories, drafts, letters, and the context surrounding his life and work.