Today a Woman Went Mad in the Supermarket: Stories

Hilma Wolitzer's collection "Today a Woman Went Mad in the Supermarket" offers a glimpse into the private world of domestic bliss, capturing the tensions, contradictions, and unexpected detours of daily life with wit, candor, and an acutely observant eye. Includes stories first published in magazines in the 1960s and 1970s, alongside new writing from Wolitzer.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 208 pages
\n Publication date: 11 November 2021
\n Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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A TIME magazine's "New Books You Should Read"
A People magazine's "Book of the Week"
A New York Times Editors' Choice

With a foreword by Elizabeth Strout, "Electric" is a remarkable collection of stories that delve into the depths of human emotions, encompassing wit, rage, grief, and the darker, spikier sensations that lie just beneath the surface. Lauren Groff's prose is a masterpiece, captivating readers with its ability to make them laugh and thrill simultaneously.

In this captivating collection, Hilma Wolitzer invites us into the private world of domestic bliss, primarily through the lens of Paulie and Howard's ordinary marriage. From hurried weddings to meddlesome neighbors, ex-wives who refuse to leave, to sleepless nights spent worrying about unanswered chainmail, Wolitzer masterfully captures the tensions, contradictions, and unexpected detours of daily life. With wit, candor, and an acutely observant eye, she paints a vivid portrait of the complexities of human relationships.

What makes "Today a Woman Went Mad in the Supermarket" particularly special is its inclusion of stories that were first published in magazines in the 1960s and 1970s, alongside new writing from Wolitzer, who is now in her nineties. This reintroduction of a beloved writer to a new generation of readers is a testament to her enduring talent and the timeless themes she explores.

"A fascinating time capsule of womanhood, marriage, and motherhood over the last century," Emma Straub praises the book. "A fabulous book." Elizabeth Strout, in her foreword, describes it as "immensely gratifying, poignant, funny, and breathtaking."

In conclusion, "Electric" is a must-read for anyone who appreciates exceptional storytelling and wants to explore the rich tapestry of human emotions. Hilma Wolitzer's masterful writing and the timeless themes she explores make this collection a treasure that will resonate with readers for years to come.

\n Weight: 306g\n
Dimension: 144 x 212 x 24 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781526638717\n \n