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This beautiful, like-new edition is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust cover is unmarked, yellow cloth boards, and gilt lettering on the spine of the book. The Progress of Love by Alice Munro is a collection of short stories that explores the complexities of family, love, memory, and the passing of time. Published in 1986, the collection showcases Munro’s signature style: an unflinching examination of ordinary lives, often set in rural or small-town Canada, with a focus on women’s experiences and inner lives. Each story delves into the layers of human relationships, peeling back the moments of joy, misunderstanding, betrayal, and forgiveness that define them. The Progress of Love won the Governor General's Award for Fiction, one of Canada’s most prestigious literary prizes, and is celebrated for its insightful and nuanced portrayal of human emotions. The collection is considered one of Munro's finest works, embodying her ability to capture the complexity of life’s moments and the quiet profundity of everyday experiences.
This like-new hardcover is in near fine condition. The pages are tight and appear unread; the book is tight, square, and unmarked. It features red cloth boards with bright gilt lettering on the spine, and the dust jacket is clean and unmarked. Carried Away: A Personal Selection of Stories (2006) is a curated anthology of Alice Munro’s work, featuring a collection of her favorite stories from earlier publications. This selection offers readers insight into the stories Munro herself regards as some of her most significant or representative pieces. The collection is often recommended for those new to her writing and serves as a strong introduction to her masterful storytelling and her place as a leading voice in modern short fiction.
This like-new hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust cover is unmarked, white cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. Runaway is a 2004 short story collection by Canadian author Alice Munro. Known for her keen observations of everyday life and complex emotional landscapes, Munro delivers a series of interconnected stories that explore the lives of women grappling with moments of crisis, self-discovery, and sometimes unexpected revelations. Runaway received widespread acclaim, with many critics considering it one of Munro’s best works. It further cemented her reputation as a master of the short story form and was a pivotal work leading up to her receiving the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2013.
This brand-new softcover edition is unopened and unread. The Vegetarian by Han Kang is a haunting exploration of bodily autonomy, mental health, and the consequences of defying societal norms. When Yeong-hye, a woman living in Seoul, stops eating meat after a series of disturbing dreams, her seemingly simple choice sparks a profound unraveling of her identity and relationships. Told in three parts from the perspectives of her husband, brother-in-law, and sister, the novel offers a layered portrait of repression, resistance, and transformation.