A Good Man Is Hard to Find and Other Stories

Written by:
Flannery O'connor
Narrated by:
Marguerite Gavin

Unabridged Audiobook

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Release Date
December 2019
Duration
7 hours 51 minutes
Summary
An essential collection of classic stories that established Flannery O’Connor’s reputation as an American master of fiction—now with a new introduction by New York Times bestselling author Lauren Groff In 1955, with the title story and others in this critical edition, Flannery O’Connor firmly laid claim to her place as one of the most original and provocative writers of her generation. Steeped in a Southern Gothic tradition that would become synonymous with her name, these stories show O’Connor’s unique view of life—infused with religious symbolism, haunted by apocalyptic possibility, sustained by the tragic comedy of human behavior, confronted by the necessity of salvation. These classic stories—including “The Life You Save May Be Your Own,” “Good Country People,” and “The Displaced Person,” among others, are sure to inspire future generations of fans and remind existing readers why she remains a master of the short story.
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Latoya L.

These short stories show the difference in generational gaps when it comes to morals, values, beliefs, and dating in the South. The grandma who regarded herself as devout Christian but is actually the opposite, a judgmental bigoted sinner. It all comes to the surface after meeting the "Misfit." O'Connor uses situational irony throughout the short story. The title of the story "A Good Man is Hard to Find"is when, in fact, the bad man is easy to find, but the grandmother is really the Misfit. She tries to persuade the Misfit with her Christian grace but isn't spared. Her reckless mouth finally catches up with her. She notices that all that claim they're Christian ain't good people, this right here is a word all in itself. People use their religion as an excuse, as a hiding space, or to justify their ignorance. In the end, all stories displayed how hard it is to find a good man no matter how good they man seem, act, look, or behave. #book9of2024 #bookworm #whatsnext

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