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Collected Stories of William Faulkner (Paperback)

by William Faulkner (Author)
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This magisterial collection of short works by Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner reminds readers of his ability to compress his epic vision into narratives as hard and wounding as bullets. Among the 42 selections in this book are such classics as "A Bear Hunt," "A Rose for Emily," Two Soldiers," and "The Brooch."

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This magisterial collection of short works by Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner reminds readers of his ability to compress his epic vision into narratives as hard and wounding as bullets. Among the 42 selections in this book are such classics as "A Bear Hunt, " "A Rose for Emily, " Two Soldiers, " and "The Brooch."

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  • Paperback: 912 pages
  • Publisher: Vintage (October 31, 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0679764038
  • ISBN-13: 978-0679764038
  • Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.2 x 1.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #14,818 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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40 of 42 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The American Author, December 20, 2001
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The first Faulkner book I read was in my junior year of high school. When I consulted my teacher about whether I should choose Faulkner or another author to read, she told me something along the lines of, "Faulkner's regionalistic and enigmatic style is interpreted two different ways by two different types of people: One think that he is symbolic and profound, the other think that he is not and rather full of it." Well, I do feel sorry for the 'other' group, because to not reconize the depth behind his more-poetic-than-most-poets words is just plain out wacky. I will say that he is not your typical fiction writer, his books do not have action oriented plots (or even any action in some cases), but he still somehow manages to catch your interest. I have never fell asleep while reading a book or story by Faulkner, and not many authors have earned this distinction. He also leaves you with a sense of reflection, again something distinguishing him from many others. Personally, I prefer short stories to novels, I find that my focus to the point and plot of the story is less distracted by the end as with a novel and I typically find that I retain more. I do enjoy Faulkner's novels and have read quite a few, but this collection of short stories is just brilliant beyond brilliant. His words are potent and sharp in all of them, even if his point and meaning is more elusive. I completely and totally recommend that everyone read this collection of stories. Everyone. Really. That means you too.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Introduction, June 23, 1999
A terrific introduction to the world of Faulkner's fiction. Some of these stories "Wash", "Barn Burning", "All the Dead Pilots", and "That Evening Sun" serve as introductions to some of the characters that populate his novels. These 42 stories encapsulate a brilliant career, featuring a wide variety of styles and points of view.

I am not a big fan of short stories, but each of these reads like a mini-novel.

You will be engrossed and will want to go back and read them again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This is literature at its finest!, July 31, 2000
William Faulkner's work has influenced many writers. His extravagant language and quirky stories are the epitome of fiction. Having read this amazing collection of short stories, I have no doubt in my mind that Faulkner was a very interesting person -- I would've loved to meet him.

My favorite story is "A Rose for Emily"; the quirkiness and symbolism in the story is both beautiful and strange. I also like "A Bear Hunt," "All the Dead Pilots," "Wash," and "Two Soldiers" -- all of the stories have a very unique language. If you like good literature, I strongly suggest that you read this amazing book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars More Than Just Southern Gothic
For readers coming to Faulkner for the first time, or from having read The Sound and the Fury, the expectation is that his large collection of short fiction, some 900 pages in my... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Eric Maroney

5.0 out of 5 stars You can't go wrong here...
... if you like Faulkner. You'll enjoy the stories here; this is also a great starting point for someone just learning to appreciate the genius of this writer.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A Rose for Emily
This short story is twisted, but that's why it's so great. The story is dark and gloomy, but it is really interesting. Read more
Published on January 17, 2007 by Wilson

4.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Readable Faulkner!
As someone who read Flannery O'Conner before ever getting near Faulkner, I must say that he does hold his own with these stories. Read more
Published on September 10, 2006 by Michael

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful
After reading "A Mule in the Yard," "That Will Be Fine," and "That Evening Sun" I was reminded of why this guy is one of the greatest storytellers ever. Read more
Published on November 20, 2003 by Beerzie Boy

5.0 out of 5 stars STRONG AND POWERFUL
Amasing, strong and powerful. What else can one say about one of the best writers of the world?
Published on September 16, 2002 by Boris Zubry

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic collection from a masterful writer
William Faulkner is a fantastic, interesting writer. This collection of short stories is as engaging and well-written as his longer novels, with stories and characters as real as... Read more
Published on July 23, 2001 by Jennifer A. Johnson

5.0 out of 5 stars a rose for ms emily
faulkner is one of the most brillant writers a rose for ms emly is by and far the best ever

i give faulkner a five star review

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Dynamic composition of faith and deliverance
William Faulkner is not an easy Man to understand in his writings but in his complexity he shows strength, admiration and guilt all wrapped up in one sentence and as a... Read more
Published on January 3, 2000 by Sharon Lin Navarro

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Introduction
A terrific introduction to the world of Faulkner's fiction. Some of these stories "Wash", "Barn Burning", "All the Dead Pilots", and "That... Read more
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