{"product_id":"country-funeral-faber-stories","title":"Country Funeral: Faber Stories","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFaber Stories, a landmark series of individual volumes, presents masters of the short story form at work in a range of genres and styles.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 96 pages\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 07 March 2019\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Faber \u0026amp; Faber\u003cbr\u003e\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFaber Stories, a remarkable series of individual volumes, showcases the mastery of the short story form across a diverse range of genres and styles. John McGahern, a renowned author, expressed his primary concern in a poignant remark: \"My only concern is that I get the sentence right and describe my world clearly and deeply.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Country Funeral is a captivating tale that follows three brothers, John, Philly, and Fonsie Ryan, as they embark on a journey west from Dublin to Gloria Bog, the heart of the territory where many of McGahern's stories unfold. Through vivid and detailed portrayals, McGahern exquisitely captures the customs and rituals of the day, revealing how the brothers respond to the unfamiliar surroundings in unexpected and tender ways. He also delves into their introspective reflections on the fleeting nature of life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFaber Stories, celebrating its ninetieth year, presents a celebratory compendium of collectible work. This anthology brings together the past, present, and future, showcasing the enduring legacy of Faber Publishing and its commitment to publishing exceptional literary talent. Each volume in the series is a testament to the power of storytelling, offering readers a glimpse into the minds of renowned authors and their captivating narratives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are a seasoned reader or a newcomer to the world of short stories, Faber Stories is a treasure trove that promises to captivate, inspire, and transport you to new realms of imagination. So, immerse yourself in this remarkable collection and experience the magic of storytelling at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 78g\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 114 x 160 x 6 (mm)\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780571351848\n                            \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: Main\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John McGahern","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44096990609658,"sku":"9780571351848","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/43412ab6714476dbaff4b194877e603f.jpg?v=1627267178","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/country-funeral-faber-stories","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}