He Danced with a Chair
He Danced with a Chair by Ted Walker is a collection of short stories published by Enitharmon Press on September 1, 2001. This edition features 198 pages and is presented in English. The eighteen stories included have been previously published in notable magazines such as The New Yorker and McCall’s, showcasing Walker’s range in both traditional storytelling and autobiographical narratives.
Readers will find that the stories explore themes related to family relationships, reflecting on both childhood and maturity with a blend of elegiac, wry, regretful, and humorous tones. The landscapes depicted are primarily those of southern England, providing a rich backdrop for the narratives. This collection offers a diverse array of experiences and insights, inviting readers to engage with the complexities of personal and familial connections.
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He Danced With a Chair is Ted Walker’s second collection of short stories. The eighteen pieces in this collection all appeared in publications such as The New Yorker, McCall’s, The London Magazine, Virginia Quarterley, etc. Walker describes them as ‘fictions and factions’ – some being traditional, creative works of the imagination and others more directly autobiographical. The book’s themes are mainly to do with family relationships in both childhood and maturity, by turns elegiac, wry, regretful and funny; the landscapes are mainly those of southern England. Shortlisted for the Macmillan Silver Pen Award 2002.
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