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Forty Stories

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SKU: 9780142437810

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Dive into the whimsical world of Donald Barthelme’s “Forty Stories.” This collection of short fiction, companion to “Sixty Stories,” showcases Barthelme’s unique style with tales of Paul Klee, Goethe, Captain Blood, and more. Explore modern life, from courtship to divorce, alongside armadillos and other Barthelmean flights of fancy. Experience the brilliance of his pithy, acerbic prose as he challenges language and leaves you questioning. “Forty Stories” is a must-read for fans of literary innovation and unconventional storytelling. ISBN: 9780142437810

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780142437810
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 6
  • Height: 196 mm
  • No of Pages: 272
  • Series Title: Penguin Classics
  • Weight: 272 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0142437816
  • Publisher Date: 01 Feb 2005
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Edition: Reprint
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 15 mm
  • Width: 127 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

13 reviews for Forty Stories

  1. Pooja Gupta

    Barthelme’s wit shines through in every story. This book is clever, insightful, and endlessly entertaining. Absolutely loved it!

  2. Bhavya Agrawal

    Some of the stories are brilliant, others are inaccessible. A challenging but ultimately rewarding read if you are patient

  3. Ankit Patel

    I appreciate the creativity, but it wasn’t quite my cup of tea. I prefer stories I can easily follow. It felt disjointed.

  4. Shahbaaz Khan

    Such a fun and quirky collection! Barthelme’s humor is fantastic, and the stories are so imaginative. A great pick!

  5. Roshan Kumar Yadav

    Not the most accessible book, but interesting to examine Barthelme’s style. It’s very fragmented. Took me awhile.

  6. Mayank Saxena

    This collection is a masterpiece of short fiction! Barthelme’s style is so unique and captivating. I couldn’t put it down.

  7. Soumen Mondal

    Enjoyable and weird! Barthelme’s writing is definitely unique and thought-provoking. Some stories hit, some miss.

  8. Yashika Sharma

    I struggled to connect with many of these stories. The experimental style felt a little pretentious at times. Not for me.

  9. Ankit Singh

    Loved the experimental nature of these stories! Very thought-provoking and unlike anything I’ve read before. Highly recommend for adventurous readers.

  10. Anubhav Jain

    A mixed bag. Some stories were brilliant and witty, others felt a bit too abstract. Worth a read if you’re into postmodern literature.

  11. Prerna Monica Tete

    Barthelme’s writing is sharp and insightful. The stories are short and sweet, perfect for a quick read during commute.

  12. Amulya Baranwal

    Barthelme’s style is definitely unique. Some stories resonated, others left me scratching my head. Overall, an interesting but uneven read.

  13. Akash Maroti Jayewar

    Interesting collection, but a little too avant-garde for my taste. I prefer more traditional narratives. It was okay.

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