The Lonely Voice A Study of the Short Story
Introduction by Russell Banks.
The legendary book about writing by the legendary writer is back!
Frank O'Connor was one of the twentieth century's greatest short story writers, and one of Ireland's greatest authors ever. Now, O'Connor's influential and sought-after book on the short story is back.
The Lonely Voice offers a master class with the master. With his sharp wit and straightforward prose, O'Connor not only discusses the techniques and challenges of a form in which "a whole lifetime must be crowded into a few minutes," but he also delves into a passionate consideration of his favorite writers and their greatest works, including Chekhov, Hemingway, Kipling, Joyce, and others.
Language Arts & DisciplinesWritingReading SkillsStyle ManualsLiterary CriticismShort Stories
RELEASED2011
PUBLISHERMelville House
LENGTH211
LANGUAGEEN
Frank O'Connor (born Michael Francis O'Donovan) was an Irish writer of over 150 works, best known for his short stories and memoirs. The Frank O'Connor International Short Story Award is named in his honor.
The Lonely Voice A Study of the Short Story
Introduction by Russell Banks.
The legendary book about writing by the legendary writer is back!
Frank O'Connor was one of the twentieth century's greatest short story writers, and one of Ireland's greatest authors ever. Now, O'Connor's influential and sought-after book on the short story is back.
The Lonely Voice offers a master class with the master. With his sharp wit and straightforward prose, O'Connor not only discusses the techniques and challenges of a form in which "a whole lifetime must be crowded into a few minutes," but he also delves into a passionate consideration of his favorite writers and their greatest works, including Chekhov, Hemingway, Kipling, Joyce, and others.
Language Arts & DisciplinesWritingReading SkillsStyle ManualsLiterary CriticismShort Stories
RELEASED2011
PUBLISHERMelville House
LENGTH211
LANGUAGEEN
Frank O'Connor (born Michael Francis O'Donovan) was an Irish writer of over 150 works, best known for his short stories and memoirs. The Frank O'Connor International Short Story Award is named in his honor.
