Something Rich and Strange: Selected Stories
Something Rich and Strange: Selected Stories
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2014
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BetaSomething Rich and Strange: Selected Stories
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2014288
Short Story • Fiction
Appalachia • Various Eras
2014
Adult
18+ years
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
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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.
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.
2,691 ratings
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288
Short Story • Fiction
Appalachia • Various Eras
2014
Adult
18+ years
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