Since the publication of his haunting, elegiac Goodbye to a River in 1960, John Graves has become one of Texas' most beloved writers, whose circle of loyal readers extends far beyond the boarders of his home state. A regional writer only by virtue of his gift for vividly evoking the spirit of the land and its people, Mr. Graves is also admired for the unerring craftsmanship of his prose. Now the University of Texas Press takes great pleasure in publishing A John Graves Reader to introduce his writing to a new generation of ...
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Since the publication of his haunting, elegiac Goodbye to a River in 1960, John Graves has become one of Texas' most beloved writers, whose circle of loyal readers extends far beyond the boarders of his home state. A regional writer only by virtue of his gift for vividly evoking the spirit of the land and its people, Mr. Graves is also admired for the unerring craftsmanship of his prose. Now the University of Texas Press takes great pleasure in publishing A John Graves Reader to introduce his writing to a new generation of readers. This anthology contains selections from Goodbye to a River and his two other major books, Hard Scrabble (1974) and From a Limestone Ledge (1980). It also includes short stories and essays, some of which have never been published before and others that Mr. Graves has reworked especially for this book. All of the pieces in this anthology were chosen by Mr. Graves himself to be, in his words, representative of my writing, for better or worse. They reflect various stages of his life and writing career--youth in Texas, World War II, sojourns in New York, Mexico, and Europe during the 1940s and 1950s, and his final return to Texas as home and as subject matter--as well as recurring themes in his writing, from the land and the people to fishing, traveling, and the enduring friendships that have enriched his life. For those who have never read John Graves, this anthology will be the perfect introduction to the range and excellence of his work. At the same time, those who have read him faithfully for many years will find new pieces to enjoy, as well as old favorites to savor once again.
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Used Very Good in Very Good jacket. This is the 1st edition and the 1st printing. Text is in English. Inscribed and signed by author in title page 'To J-, with best regards-John Graves'. The book dust jacket has been covered with a Mylar book cover. The cover is removeable. Size-H: 9.5', W: 6.5', D: 1.25' This item is Used and is listed as being in Very Good condition. The dust jacket for the item is listed as being in Very Good condition. Cover clean and undamaged. Spine is intact and tight. Pages are clean and unmarked. Dust jacket has some light edge wear. This item is in excellent condition. FF00000006774 Firefly Bookstore sells items online and in our store front. We try to add images and descriptions when we can, but if you need additional information or photos of the books we list, please contact us.
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Near Fine in Near Fine jacket. Book. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Signed by Author(s) Hardcover, xii, 338 pp., jacket illustrated with photo of Graves at his typewriter. SIGNED by the author with brief inscription on the half-title page. Minimal wear, clean text, tight binding, nice jacket. "The reader who misses him will have missed much, which makes the [John Graves] Reader all the more valuable."--Larry McMurtry.
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John Graves, who recently passed at almost 100 years, lived and wrote of the hill country of Texas, its streams, and the people who chose to live there rather than the populated cities. His unique eye and storytelling ability makes the reader comfortable and welcome to the area through both his fiction and non-fiction. The John Graves Reader serves as a wonderful introduction to his style and his love for the country. A valuable contribution from more than a regional writer.
