In 'Will You Please Be Quiet, Please?', Raymond Carver invites readers into the lives of ordinary people grappling with profound, often unspoken issues. Each story is a window into a world where silence speaks volumes and the mundane collides with the extraordinary. Characters navigate the complexities of relationships, loss, and longing in a raw, minimalist style that resonates deeply. As tensions rise and emotions simmer beneath the surface, Carver's poignant prose compels readers to confront the quiet struggles that define human existence. This collection leaves you questioning: what lies beneath the silence in our own lives?
By Raymond Carver
Published: 1992
""What we want is to be heard. To be understood. To know that the silence doesn't define us, but rather the delicate threads of our lives that connect us, even in disarray.""
The first collection of stories from “one of the great short story writers of our time” (The Philadelphia Inquirer) breathed new life into the American short story, showing us the humor and tragedy that dwell in the hearts of ordinary people. "[Carver's stories] can ... be counted among the masterpieces of American Literature." —The New York Times Book Review "One of the great short story writers of our time—of any time." —The Philadelhpia Inquirer "The whole collection is a knock out. Few writers can match Raymond Carver's entwining style and language." —The Dallas Morning News
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“"What we want is to be heard. To be understood. To know that the silence doesn't define us, but rather the delicate threads of our lives that connect us, even in disarray."”
Will You Please Be Quiet, Please?
By Raymond Carver
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Raymond Carver (1938-1988) was an influential American short story writer and poet, acclaimed for his minimalist writing style and the portrayal of working-class life. His notable works include 'What We Talk About When We Talk About Love,' 'Cathedral,' and 'Will You Please Be Quiet, Please?' Carver's stories often explore themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, characterized by sparse prose and a focus on dialogue. His contribution to literature and the short story form has left a lasting impact on contemporary fiction.
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