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The Pugilist at Rest: Stories

Thom Jones
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The Pugilist at Rest: Stories

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1993

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Thom Jones

The Pugilist at Rest: Stories

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1993
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

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Thom Jones's The Pugilist at Rest: Stories has been praised for its raw, visceral storytelling and profound exploration of human struggles, particularly regarding mental health and the brutality of war. Some critics note an occasional unevenness in the narrative and repetition of themes, but overall, the collection's emotional depth and compelling prose have garnered acclaim.

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Who Should Read The Pugilist at Rest: Stories?

Readers who appreciate gritty, unflinching explorations of the human condition and enjoy short fiction by authors like Raymond Carver or Tim O'Brien will be drawn to The Pugilist at Rest: Stories by Thom Jones. This book appeals to those interested in themes of war, existential struggle, and raw emotional narrative.

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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