Athletic Shorts: Six Short Stories
Description
Six tightly written short stories bring readers back to the world of Chris Crutcher, where athletes, outsiders, and everyday heroes collide in moments that feel both urgent and deeply human. Across these interconnected tales, characters confront pressure, identity, friendship, and the consequences of choices—on and off the field—revealing how courage is often tested in small, defining scenes. With Crutcher’s signature blend of realism, humor, and emotional candor, the collection explores themes of belonging, integrity, and resilience through fast-moving plots and memorable voices. Ideal for readers who love character-driven fiction, these stories deliver the impact of a full novel in a series of compelling, bite-sized encounters.
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paperback
HarperTempest
Published Jan 1, 2002
194 pages
ISBN: 9780060507831
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Details
First Published
1991
Language
eng
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