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Graham Greene's long life and prolific writing career nearly spanned the twentieth century. Unusually enough, the British author's work was both greatly honored, and greatly popular. He wrote The Power and the Glory;The End of the Affair; and Our Man in Havana, among other noteworthy novels; he also published two short story collections. These stories are all here, dated, at least, from 1929 through 1963. They cover many genres: fantasy, mystery, spy, crime, romance, and are set in many places; England, the Continent of Europe, the Caribbean, Africa, Latin America. They also provide an unusually close view of the work of their prominent, polished writer.
The best known and once most notorious of them is probably "May We Borrow Your Husband," set on the off-season French Riviera. It's narrated in the first person by a man who sounds a lot like its author grown older, and concerns a pair of predatory English interior decorators who set out to seduce a confused, handsome young English bridegroom on his honeymoon. The narrator, who is fond of the young bride, watches the proceedings, feeling himself unable to intervene.
Another well-known story is "Cheaper in August," that chronicles the odd business of an August Caribbean affair between a middle-aged Englishwoman, married to an American academic, and a much older, not particularly attractive American remittance man. "Across the Bridge" is a strong story of an English financier fugitive, trapped in Mexico; it's also narrated by a figure much like its author. "Under the Garden," an outstanding, rare fantasy tale, written fairly early in Greene's career, gives us many hints of the work that's to come. "The News in English" is a powerful World War II spy tale. "The Destructors" is a tough early story about the crowning achievement of an English gang of teenagers.
If you would like an introduction to the work of Graham Greene, or you already love the longer works of this estimable writer, you'll find these stories worthwhile reading.
The best known and once most notorious of them is probably "May We Borrow Your Husband," set on the off-season French Riviera. It's narrated in the first person by a man who sounds a lot like its author grown older, and concerns a pair of predatory English interior decorators who set out to seduce a confused, handsome young English bridegroom on his honeymoon. The narrator, who is fond of the young bride, watches the proceedings, feeling himself unable to intervene.
Another well-known story is "Cheaper in August," that chronicles the odd business of an August Caribbean affair between a middle-aged Englishwoman, married to an American academic, and a much older, not particularly attractive American remittance man. "Across the Bridge" is a strong story of an English financier fugitive, trapped in Mexico; it's also narrated by a figure much like its author. "Under the Garden," an outstanding, rare fantasy tale, written fairly early in Greene's career, gives us many hints of the work that's to come. "The News in English" is a powerful World War II spy tale. "The Destructors" is a tough early story about the crowning achievement of an English gang of teenagers.
If you would like an introduction to the work of Graham Greene, or you already love the longer works of this estimable writer, you'll find these stories worthwhile reading.
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Complete Short Stories (Greene, Graham) (Penguin Classics)I love Graham Greeene's stories. His wit and sardonic sense of humor shine through. This coupled with a certain romantic touch makes these stories unique. His sense of place and atmosphere are also notable. I am a complete fan.
5 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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Most of the stories in this collection have the familiar, light hearted Greene tone. The quality varies wildly, though. Some stories, typically the longer ones, are among the best of what Greene has written (the tragicomic 'May we borrow your husband?', about two gay men who prey on a newly wed but seemingly unhappy couple, being my favourite).
Others, often written on commission from magazines, breathe routine. Not bad, but forgotten once the page has been turned. In any case, don't read the whole book immediately, but take it in chuncks to avoid a Greene overdose.
Others, often written on commission from magazines, breathe routine. Not bad, but forgotten once the page has been turned. In any case, don't read the whole book immediately, but take it in chuncks to avoid a Greene overdose.
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Graham Greene Short Stories
A nice chunky paperback book containing a good selection of Graham Greene's short stories, aimed at the basic end of the market. Read more
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This book arrived in excellent time and condition for our son to revise for his A level exam, would buy from again
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Nicely packaged collection from the master storyteller, my favourite here is 'I Spy'. Good value for money and containing some rarities (such as the above mentioned) that you'll... Read more
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