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David Means

    David Means is een Amerikaanse auteur wiens korte verhalen vaak de sfeer van het Amerikaanse Midden-Westen en industriële regio's vastleggen, evenals het leven langs de Hudson River. Zijn werken staan bekend om hun scherpe inzichten in de menselijke psyche en complexe interpersoonlijke relaties. Means gebruikt meesterlijk detail en sfeer om indrukwekkende literaire beelden te creëren die resoneren bij lezers.

    Coitus
    Hystopia
    Two Nurses, Smoking: Stories
    Instructions for a Funeral
    • 2022

      Two Nurses, Smoking: Stories

      • 208bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen
      3,4(507)Tarief

      "A new collection of stories by the visionary 'master of the form' (The Observer), David Means"-- Provided by publisher

      Two Nurses, Smoking: Stories
    • 2020

      Instructions for a Funeral

      • 208bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen
      3,7(10)Tarief

      David Means presents a collection of poignant and intense short stories in his latest work, exploring deeply personal themes. Each tale delves into the complexities of life and death, showcasing Means' mastery of narrative and his ability to evoke strong emotions. This collection stands out for its raw honesty and insightful reflections, marking a significant return to the short fiction form for the acclaimed author.

      Instructions for a Funeral
    • 2016

      At the bitter end of the 1960s, after surviving multiple assassination attempts, President John F Kennedy has created a vast federal agency, the Psych Corps, dedicated to maintaining the nation's mental hygiene by any means necessary. This book presents a destabilized, alternate version of American history.

      Hystopia
    • 2005

      Coitus

      Stories

      • 278bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen
      Coitus