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Heat and Other Stories

by Joyce Carol Oates
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Heat and Other Stories
Heat and Other Stories

Diverse tales unveiling human complexity and emotion.

If you're someone who savors getting into the intricacies of human experiences, "Heat, and Other Stories" by Joyce Carol Oates is a must-read. Oates's mastery in crafting short stories is evident as she delves into the depths of her characters' psyches. With each story, you're likely to find yourself transported, challenged, and moved. This collection is perfect for readers looking for something profound yet concise.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Heat and Other Stories

by Joyce Carol Oates
$6.90 Now $4.90 Save 29%
Compare to estimated retail price: S$22.50  

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ISBN: 9780452266469
Author: Joyce Carol Oates
Publisher: Plume
Date of Publication: 1992-08-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction, Horror
Related Topics: Gothic, Literary Criticism, Literature, Mystery
Goodreads rating: 3.89
(rated by 591 readers)

Description

A collection of short stories from one of America's preeminent literary figures, revealing the darkness, the violence, and the raw emotion lurking below the surfaces of everyday life.
 

Diverse tales unveiling human complexity and emotion.

If you're someone who savors getting into the intricacies of human experiences, "Heat, and Other Stories" by Joyce Carol Oates is a must-read. Oates's mastery in crafting short stories is evident as she delves into the depths of her characters' psyches. With each story, you're likely to find yourself transported, challenged, and moved. This collection is perfect for readers looking for something profound yet concise.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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