Short Short Stories
Short Short Stories by Dave Eggers, published by PENGUIN BOOKS in 2005, is a collection of original and witty short stories that showcases Eggers’ unique narrative style. This first edition spans 64 pages and is presented in English. The stories included reflect a rejuvenation of short fiction in the USA, highlighting Eggers’ ability to blend humor and insight in concise formats.
Readers will find a diverse array of narratives within this collection, each offering a distinct perspective and voice. The stories range from explorations of personal experiences to whimsical observations, inviting readers to engage with themes of identity and human connection. With titles such as “You Know How to Spell Elijah” and “What the Water Feels Like to the Fishes,” this book presents a rich tapestry of storytelling that exemplifies Eggers’ creativity and depth.
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Dave Eggers has been partly responsible for a rejuvenation of short fiction in the USA, and these short stories are as original and witty as any of his longer works.
Contents
“You Know How to Spell Elijah”
“This Certain Song”
“What the Water Feels Like to the Fishes”
“The Weird Wife”
“This Flight Attendant (Gary, Is It?) Is On Fire!”
“True Story — 1986 –Midwest — USA — Tuesday”
“It is Finally Time to Tell the Story”
“A Circle Like Some Circles”
“On Making Someone a Good Man By Calling Him a Good Man”
“The Definition of Reg”
“How Long It Took”
“She Needed More Nuance”
“The Heat and Eduardo, Part I”
“Of Gretchen and de Gaulle”
“The Heat and Eduardo, Part II”
“Sleep to Dreamier Sleep Be Wed”
“On Seeing Bob Balaban in Person Twice in One Week”
“When He Started Saying ‘I Appreciate It’ After ‘Thank You’”
“You’ll Have to Save That For Another Time”
“Woman, Foghorn”
“How Do Koreans Feel About the Germans?”
“Georgia is Lost”
“They Decide To Have No More Death”
“Roderick Hopes”
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