{"product_id":"9789877121742","title":"The Linnet Muir Stories","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Linnet Muir Stories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume brings together the most autobiographical series by Mavis Gallant, one of the greatest short story writers of the 20th century. Through the stories featuring Linnet Muir, the author weaves an intimate and lucid portrait of her childhood and youth in Canada during the first half of the 20th century. With precise prose and a profound gaze, Gallant unveils the family dynamics, social contradictions, and hypocrisy of an era, offering the reader a literary experience that transcends the personal to speak to the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work follows Linnet Muir's evolution from childhood to youth in a journey that intertwines personal memory with the portrait of a society in transformation. Through several stories, the reader discovers her complex relationship with her parents, the weight of family mandates, and the rigidity of social conventions in early 20th-century Canada. The narrative is not limited to biographical anecdote: Gallant uses Linnet's experience as a probe to explore the deepest layers of human psychology, revealing how the conflicts of the past resonate in the present. The series, presented here with a prologue by Inés Garland, acts as a gateway to the work of an author who knew how to capture the essence of what remains immutable in human beings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe construction of female identity in a restrictive social context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFamily dynamics and the emotional legacy of parents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHypocrisy and social mandates in Canada during the first half of the 20th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMemory as a tool for understanding the past and the present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe search for personal autonomy in the face of imposed conventions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is recommended for readers interested in quality literature, especially in the contemporary short story genre. It is ideal for those who value precise prose, psychological introspection, and stories that explore the complexity of human relationships. It will also be attractive to those who wish to discover a fundamental author of English-language narrative, whose work has been compared to that of Chekhov or Alice Munro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA collection of stories that functions as a coming-of-age novel, offering a complete vision of its protagonist's evolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA lucid and uncompromising look at society and family that invites reflection on universal themes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to the work of a master of the short story, whose depth and relevance make it an essential read for fans of the genre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA vivid and detailed portrait of early 20th-century Canada, enriching the literary experience with a unique historical and social context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: GALLANT, MAVIS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: ETERNA CADENCIA EDITORA SRL, CUIT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION, SHORT STORIES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: STORIES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: May 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 152\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 210 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition of \"The Linnet Muir Stories\" is an excellent opportunity to delve into the work of Mavis Gallant, an author whose relevance in the literary landscape continues to grow. The selection of stories, accompanied by a prologue that contextualizes their importance, allows the reader to appreciate Gallant's mastery of the short story genre. Her keen eye and ability to capture the complexity of the human experience make this book an enriching read, both for those who already know the author and for those approaching her work for the first time. The narrative quality and thematic depth make it a valuable addition to any contemporary literature library.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ETERNA CADENCIA EDITORA SRL, CUIT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407271944539,"sku":"9789877121742","price":17.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978987712174.jpg?v=1781851504","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9789877121742","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}