An international selection of 15 short stories by distinguished modern writers including Peter Carey, Zadie Smith and Bernard Malamud. Featuring the theme of 'difference', each story has something to say about cultural encounters, often arising from experiences of migration or uprooting. With biographic and photographic portraits.
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An anthology of 15 previously published contemporary short stories by distinguished writers including as V.S. Naipaul, Zadie Smith and Peter Carey.
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LYNDA PRESCOTT is Senior Lecturer in Literature, The Open University, UK.
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By M. V. Clarke
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This is a superb collection of short stories. Although designed to be used as part of an Open University course, it stands alone in its own right as a rich collection of stories by writers from around the world, connected by a loose theme of cultural difference. Many of the stories feature characters who, for various reasons, sometimes funny, sometimes tragic, sometimes mundane, have been dislocated from their homeland. The range of authors is super - from well know writers such as Zadie Smith, VS Naipaul, Peter Carey to others who may not be so well known - you're sure to find a new author whose work appeals to you.
Particular favourites included Rohinton Mistry's 'Squatter', a delightful story about an Indian chef in America, Peter Carey's 'American Dreams', a dark tale about a small Australian town, and Alan Sillitoe's 'Pit Strike', an emotional tale about a miner supporting his colleagues.
Warmly recommended.
Particular favourites included Rohinton Mistry's 'Squatter', a delightful story about an Indian chef in America, Peter Carey's 'American Dreams', a dark tale about a small Australian town, and Alan Sillitoe's 'Pit Strike', an emotional tale about a miner supporting his colleagues.
Warmly recommended.
By Niko
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Short stories full with experiences, emotions and some peculiar ways in which to write a story.
Really enjoyed the book.
Really enjoyed the book.
By jp
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a lovely collection of works with interesting and insightful storylines. I used this as a study book but it was surprised how much I enjoyed the contents
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I purchased this item as part of my University degree set materials and this is essential to complete my first module
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Indispensable!
Not a book I would normally choose but this is the recommended book for my degree course, thus explaining my headline.
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. L. Evans
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A world of Difference
Bought as part of my OU course, therefore needed to read it. Have only read the three recommended stories so far but plenty more to read therefore good value. Read more
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study book
i would recommend this product for anyone studying with the open university and a good read very nice book i love it
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. J. Driver
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A Good Read
Wonderful range of stories by some of the greatest writers. Ideal for a quick read before lights out! Highly recommended.
Published 3 months ago by tricia aspinall
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a must
a must for lovers of literature and students alike. it offers a quick read when you are pushed for time. the stories are incredibly soul searching and a must for every bookshelf.
Published 4 months ago by samira aslam
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What a bad student I am...
Bought for the OU as a set book, but I must admit that I have only read the story for my assignment. Much shift it from the OU pile, to the 'to read' pile.
Published 4 months ago by Miss M Lacey
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fab
again a buy for my uni course.
great stories and am enjoying reading it so far.
glad i have had to buy
great stories and am enjoying reading it so far.
glad i have had to buy
Published 5 months ago by X_Hannah_X
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Long day, short story
After a long day, I really do not have the energy to follow on with a story. I often find I spend most of my reading time back-tracking to remember where I was, then get sleepy... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Dawn D
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Across the World
For readers who are interested in different cultures, this is an excellent book. A collection of short stories by authors around the world. Read more
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