Fly Already

Discover the captivating world of 'Fly Already,' the award-winning collection of short stories by Etgar Keret that will take you on an emotional rollercoaster. This brand new trade paperback, published by Scribe Publications in 2019, features 224 pages of sharp wit and boundless imagination. Each of the 22 short stories presents bizarre yet relatable scenarios where the grotesque meets the mundane, revealing poignant truths about the human experience. Whether it’s a father urging his son to find courage or a lonely man buying birthdays for companionship, Keret’s storytelling is a masterclass in blending humor with emotional depth. 'Fly Already' not only entertains but also challenges readers to reflect on life’s absurdities and intricacies. This collection, winner of the Sapir Prize 2019, showcases Keret's unique voice and innovative style, making it a must-read for fans of contemporary literature and anyone who appreciates the art of short storytelling. Don’t miss out on this delightful addition to your bookshelf. Order your copy of 'Fly Already' now and enjoy FREE shipping on your purchase! Please note that combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Allow up to 10 days for delivery.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925713893
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 224


Description:
Winner of the Sapir Prize 2019.

A man is bribed to step into a courtroom to call an unknown defendant a murderer. A rich, lonely man hits on the idea of buying up people's birthdays so he'll always have friends calling. A writer agrees to write a story starring his friend so said friend can get a girl into bed. A father and son spot a stranger standing on the edge of a building, and the son shouts encouragement- fly already!

In these 22 short stories, wild capers reveal painful emotional truths, and the bizarre is just another name for the familiar. Wickedly funny and thrillingly smart, Fly Already is a collage of absurdity, despair, and love, from a master of the genre.



'Brilliantly edgy, unsettling, Kafkaesque and often very funny.'
-Joyce Carol Oates

'Etgar Keret, the writer of absurd, sad, funny and very short stories, grows up ... These sardonic and very short fables are the next instalment in the series of strange scenarios cooked up in Keret's brain ... They are absurd stories your stoned friend might unfold while giggling, but the best of them land at some insight into the human condition, all economy and charm. This new collection, though, plumbs darker depths.'
-Gal Beckerman, The New York Times

'Keret at his best - tender and inventive, not giving too much away ...

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