rom "one of the great short story writers of our time" (
The Philadelphia Inquirer) breathed new life into the American short story, showing us the humor and tragedy that dwell in the hearts of ordinary people.
"[Carver's stories] can ... be counted among the masterpieces of American Literature." --
The New York Times Book Review "One of the great short story writers of our time--of any time." --
The Philadelhpia Inquirer "The whole collection is a knock out. Few writers can match Raymond Carver's entwining style and language." --
The Dallas Morning News