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'This outstanding collection marks Tim Gautreaux as one of the best short story writers anywhere...it is magnificently enjoyable reading' (Annie Proulx, Guardian )
'Tim Gautreaux deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as William Faulkner and Tennessee Williams. Scintillating...unforgettable' (Mail on Sunday )
'Tim Gautreaux deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as William Faulkner and Tennessee Williams. Scintillating...unforgettable' (Mail on Sunday )
'This man is a wonderful writer . . . I can honestly say I love to read his stories. He never exaggerates, never manipulates the reader's affections, but nonetheless he always captures the heart.'
(James Lee Burke )'Startling and redemptive . . . These stories suggest . . . that to be alive means being open to grief and accident, chance and wonder'
(Chicago Tribune )'Finely balanced, sweet, and gritty'
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'This outstanding collection marks Tim Gautreaux as one of the best short story writers anywhere...it is magnificently enjoyable reading' -- Annie Proulx, Guardian 'Tim Gautreaux deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as William Faulkner and Tennessee Williams. Scintillating...unforgettable' -- Mail on Sunday 'This man is a wonderful writer ... I can honestly say I love to read his stories. He never exaggerates, never manipulates the reader's affections, but nonetheless he always captures the heart.' -- James Lee Burke 'Startling and redemptive ... These stories suggest ... that to be alive means being open to grief and accident, chance and wonder' -- Chicago Tribune 'Finely balanced, sweet, and gritty' -- San Francisco Chronicle
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I've been a fan of Tim Gautreaux for a good few years now and i'd read all of his novels before getting hold of this volume of short stories . Of his novels my favourite is probably The Clearing but even that superb effort is put firmly into the shade by this utterly amazing collection . I didn't even know that he wrote short stories but it turns out that he's been at it for a good while , with great (and very much deserved ) success .
This collection is actually a coming together of two volumes (Same Place,Same Things and Welding With Children) which came out originally in America in the 90's. Here you get all the stories from those two editions (23 in all) for the price of one and i can assure you it's great value .
Tim Gautreaux is simply a master at evoking a sense of place and character , taking you into the lives of each and holding you enthralled , delighted to be offered a glimpse into these characters lives and very sad to come to the end .
It's very hard to pick out faves , i really enjoyed every one so i'll leave it to others to pick and choose .
If you enjoy writers like Russell Banks and David Gates then you'll love this but even if you've no idea who they are you will still get a lot from this , i'm pretty sure of that . Wonderful stuff , roll on the next one .........
This collection is actually a coming together of two volumes (Same Place,Same Things and Welding With Children) which came out originally in America in the 90's. Here you get all the stories from those two editions (23 in all) for the price of one and i can assure you it's great value .
Tim Gautreaux is simply a master at evoking a sense of place and character , taking you into the lives of each and holding you enthralled , delighted to be offered a glimpse into these characters lives and very sad to come to the end .
It's very hard to pick out faves , i really enjoyed every one so i'll leave it to others to pick and choose .
If you enjoy writers like Russell Banks and David Gates then you'll love this but even if you've no idea who they are you will still get a lot from this , i'm pretty sure of that . Wonderful stuff , roll on the next one .........
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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O.K. I am a fan and Tim Gautreaux can do no wrong in my eyes [see my reports on everything he has written ].
I am not however a fan of the short story genre and I only bought this because of my love for the author's work . I was not disappointed . Here we have 23 tales all set in Gautereaux' beloved Louisiana , but all in their own way different although there is a common theme of struggle against hardship and loss with hope for better times ahead running through them.
An engineer in hiding ; blamed for a major train wreck . A failed father , out of tragedy , given another chance . A bunch of red necks forced by the weather to sit idle ; chew the fat during a card game with one tall tale taller that the one before .
All are engaging and so well written that they grab your immediate attention and hold it page after page .
While there are all forms of human drama , there is also much humour to relieve the tension and render this an all round great read and a must for fans of good story telling.
I am not however a fan of the short story genre and I only bought this because of my love for the author's work . I was not disappointed . Here we have 23 tales all set in Gautereaux' beloved Louisiana , but all in their own way different although there is a common theme of struggle against hardship and loss with hope for better times ahead running through them.
An engineer in hiding ; blamed for a major train wreck . A failed father , out of tragedy , given another chance . A bunch of red necks forced by the weather to sit idle ; chew the fat during a card game with one tall tale taller that the one before .
All are engaging and so well written that they grab your immediate attention and hold it page after page .
While there are all forms of human drama , there is also much humour to relieve the tension and render this an all round great read and a must for fans of good story telling.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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A book of twenty three short stories and each one a gem, stories that start with innocent characters from every day life (some maybe not so innocent) that build and develop into wonderful and extraordinary situations in and around the Deep South.
Tim Gautreaux is a great American writer, if you have never come across him before this book is a good introduction to his works
Tim Gautreaux is a great American writer, if you have never come across him before this book is a good introduction to his works
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Simpel but beauttiful writing.
I am a great fan of Tim Gautreaux. I find the stories of this book inspiring and in some cases they reminded me of Graham Greene. Read more
Published 4 months ago by R. H. K. Pohlmann
A book about people.
Not read this author before and had seen opposing views on the short story angle.
I thought it would be a good way to introduce myself to his style and did not regret it. Read more
I thought it would be a good way to introduce myself to his style and did not regret it. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Mrs Pooladam
Wonderful
I am a complete fan of Tim Gautreaux, I have read and enjoyed his three novels but I would have hesitated buying a set of short stories as I am not a fan of the genre. Read more
Published 18 months ago by C. Whiteman
geat stories
I have a couple of Gautriex's novels and I like them - this bunch of short stories is also a delight!
Published 21 months ago by Kurt Brian Isaksen
Style and Humour
I loved this collection of short stories and would recommend it to anyone who appreciates a writer with an elegant style and an ability to convey the beauty of ordinary life. Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2010 by Madeline Parsons
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