First published 2000
From a man stuck in a tree to a woman's quest for redemption, these incisive tales explore the complexities of the human experience. Kurlansky's vivid prose plunges readers into intimate moments of joy, grief, and the profound absurdities of life. With empathy and a keen eye for detail, he uncovers the hidden depths within ordinary people and the surprising ways they navigate an unpredictable world.
Genres: short-stories, literary-fiction, 20th-century, adult-fiction, 21st-century
Vibes: intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: character-driven, slice-of-life
Setting: Caribbean Area, Paris, New York (State), France
336 pages · Paperback · Washington Square Press