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Something Rich and Strange: Selected Stories

Ron Rash
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Something Rich and Strange: Selected Stories

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2014

Book Brief

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Ron Rash

Something Rich and Strange: Selected Stories

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Southern Literature

Modern Classic Fiction
Period
Southern Gothic
Setting

Appalachia • Various Eras

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Something Rich and Strange: Selected Stories by Ron Rash is a collection of short stories exploring the lives of individuals in the Southern Appalachian region. The tales, including "The Trusty," "The Ascent," and "Into the Gorge," capture complex human experiences, highlighting themes of survival, desperation, and the intricate relationship between people and their environment.

Melancholic

Mysterious

Bittersweet

Gritty

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

2,691 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ron Rash's Something Rich and Strange: Selected Stories is celebrated for its evocative language and vivid portrayal of Appalachian life. Critics commend Rash's ability to capture deep emotional truths and complex characters. Some find the stories' themes repetitive, but his profound storytelling and rich atmospheres earn widespread acclaim.

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Who Should Read Something Rich and Strange: Selected Stories?

Fans of Southern Gothic and lyrical prose will appreciate Something Rich and Strange: Selected Stories by Ron Rash. Similar to works like Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout and Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens, it captivates with profound storytelling and vivid Appalachian settings.

4.3

2,691 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Southern Literature

Modern Classic Fiction
Period
Southern Gothic
Setting

Appalachia • Various Eras

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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