Cloudbursts: New and Collected Stories
Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2018
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Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
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WesternMontana • Contemporary
2018
Adult
18+ years
Cloudbursts: New and Collected Stories by Thomas McGuane features a diverse collection of short stories exploring complex human experiences and relationships. The compilation showcases McGuane's keen insights into the human condition through vivid storytelling in works like "The Casserole," "Snow Tie," "Cowboy," and more, highlighting nuanced character interactions and emotional depth.
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Humorous
Melancholic
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Cloudbursts: New and Collected Stories by Thomas McGuane showcases his sharp wit and vivid storytelling. The collection is praised for capturing the complexities of rural American life with humor and depth. However, some stories are criticized for uneven pacing. Overall, McGuane's craftsmanship and keen observation make it a worthwhile read for literary fiction enthusiasts.
Readers who enjoy Cloudbursts: New and Collected Stories by Thomas McGuane appreciate concise, vivid explorations of human nature and rural life. Fans of stories like Annie Proulx's Close Range or Raymond Carver's What We Talk About When We Talk About Love will find McGuane's work compelling.
630 ratings
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576
Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
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WesternMontana • Contemporary
2018
Adult
18+ years
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