The Beggar Maid
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1977
38
Short Story • Fiction
1977
Adult
18+ years
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Alice Munro's The Beggar Maid is widely praised for its intricate storytelling and richly drawn characters, particularly the complex protagonist, Rose. Critics commend Munro's insightful exploration of class and identity. However, some find the nonlinear narrative challenging to follow. Overall, it is highly regarded as an exemplary work of short fiction.
A reader who enjoys the intricacies of human relationships and character development in small-town settings would appreciate Alice Munro's The Beggar Maid. Fans of Lorrie Moore’s Birds of America or Elizabeth Strout’s Olive Kitteridge will find similar depth and nuance in Munro's interlinked stories.
7,267 ratings
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38
Short Story • Fiction
1977
Adult
18+ years
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