The Lottery and Other Stories
Description
Shirley Jackson's masterful collection showcases one of the most unsettling stories ever written—"The Lottery"—alongside twenty-four equally compelling tales that reveal the author's extraordinary range and psychological insight. From darkly comedic explorations of everyday life to genuinely horrifying narratives, Jackson demonstrates her unparalleled ability to uncover the sinister beneath the ordinary and challenge readers' assumptions about society and human nature. This is the only collection to appear during Jackson's lifetime, making it an essential volume that captures the full scope of her distinctive voice and storytelling power. Each story lingers in the mind long after the final page, leaving readers both disturbed and captivated by Jackson's fearless examination of the human condition. A landmark work that continues to resonate with readers seeking thought-provoking, boundary-pushing fiction.
Available Editions
paperback
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Published Jan 1, 2005
302 pages
ISBN: 9780374529536
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Details
First Published
1949
Language
eng
Featured in a Challenge
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Lottery and Other Stories by Shirley Jackson.