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Short Stories· United States

The Stories of John Edgar Wideman

by John Edgar Wideman
Aggregate Editorial Score54/100
★PEN/Faulkner Award
Published 1993English
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About This Book

Published in 1993, The Stories of John Edgar Wideman established John Edgar Wideman as one of the defining voices in short stories. Wideman's collected stories range from the streets of Pittsburgh's Homewood neighbourhood to experimentally fractured narratives, exploring Black American life, family, and the limits of language. Themes of Pittsburgh, Black American life, family run through the work. The book has received recognition from PEN/Faulkner Award 1993.

Awards & Recognition

PEN/Faulkner Award
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John Edgar Wideman
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Stories of John Edgar Wideman about?

Wideman's collected stories range from the streets of Pittsburgh's Homewood neighbourhood to experimentally fractured narratives, exploring Black American life, family, and the limits of language.

Who wrote The Stories of John Edgar Wideman?

The Stories of John Edgar Wideman was written by John Edgar Wideman, from United States. First published in 1993.

What awards has The Stories of John Edgar Wideman won?

The Stories of John Edgar Wideman has received the following awards and honours: PEN/Faulkner Award 1993.

Is The Stories of John Edgar Wideman worth reading?

The Stories of John Edgar Wideman is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 54/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in Pittsburgh, Black American life, family.