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Discover the depth of human emotion in *The Measure of Sorrow*, a remarkable collection by Shirley Jackson Award-winning author J. Ashley-Smith. This trade paperback features ten compelling tales of dark speculative fiction that explore themes of grief, estrangement, and the uncanny. The collection stands as an essential read for enthusiasts of literary fiction, horror, and speculative narratives.
In this haunting anthology, journey through gripping narratives where a black reef guards secrets of a coastal limbo, a father grapples with his alienated children amid post-bushfire terrain, and an artist shares poignant moments with her unborn child. These stories delve into the abyss of familial relationships and the shadow of madness, guiding readers through a suburban decay suffused with an inexplicable malaise.
Each story is intricately woven, showcasing Jackson-Smith's knack for blending everyday realities with the surreal. Encounter teenage ravers caught in eldritch entanglements and a husband’s hidden sorrow playing out against the melancholy backdrop of a worn barn. *The Measure of Sorrow* captivates with its emotionally rich tales, drawing readers into a world where the familiar twists into the bizarre.
Join the literary conversation that stretches beyond pages; perfect for book clubs and individual exploration. Shipping is free for this title, with delivery taking up to six weeks, giving you time to anticipate the unfolding dark wonders. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Enhance your collection with *The Measure of Sorrow*—a masterpiece that unveils the complexities of human sorrow and the chilling beauty of existence.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781946154774
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Meerkat Press, LLC
Description:
Shirley Jackson Award-winning author J. Ashley-Smith’s first collection, The Measure of Sorrow, draws together ten new and previously acclaimed stories of dark speculative fiction.
In these pages a black reef holds the secret to an interminable coastal limbo; a father struggles to relate to his estranged children in a post-bushfire wilderness; an artist records her last days in conversation with her unborn child; a brother and sister are abandoned to the manifestations of their uncle’s insanity; a suburban neighbourhood succumbs to an indescribable malaise; teenage ravers fall in with an eldritch crowd; a sensitive New Age guy commits a terminal act of passive-aggression; a plane crash opens the door to the Garden of Eden; the new boy in the village falls victim to a fatal ruse; and a husband's unexpressed grief is embodied in the shadows of a crumbling country barn.
Intelligent and emotionally complex, the stories in The Measure of Sorrow elude easy classification, lifting the veil on the wonder and horror of a world just out of true.
In this haunting anthology, journey through gripping narratives where a black reef guards secrets of a coastal limbo, a father grapples with his alienated children amid post-bushfire terrain, and an artist shares poignant moments with her unborn child. These stories delve into the abyss of familial relationships and the shadow of madness, guiding readers through a suburban decay suffused with an inexplicable malaise.
Each story is intricately woven, showcasing Jackson-Smith's knack for blending everyday realities with the surreal. Encounter teenage ravers caught in eldritch entanglements and a husband’s hidden sorrow playing out against the melancholy backdrop of a worn barn. *The Measure of Sorrow* captivates with its emotionally rich tales, drawing readers into a world where the familiar twists into the bizarre.
Join the literary conversation that stretches beyond pages; perfect for book clubs and individual exploration. Shipping is free for this title, with delivery taking up to six weeks, giving you time to anticipate the unfolding dark wonders. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Enhance your collection with *The Measure of Sorrow*—a masterpiece that unveils the complexities of human sorrow and the chilling beauty of existence.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781946154774
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Meerkat Press, LLC
Description:
Shirley Jackson Award-winning author J. Ashley-Smith’s first collection, The Measure of Sorrow, draws together ten new and previously acclaimed stories of dark speculative fiction.
In these pages a black reef holds the secret to an interminable coastal limbo; a father struggles to relate to his estranged children in a post-bushfire wilderness; an artist records her last days in conversation with her unborn child; a brother and sister are abandoned to the manifestations of their uncle’s insanity; a suburban neighbourhood succumbs to an indescribable malaise; teenage ravers fall in with an eldritch crowd; a sensitive New Age guy commits a terminal act of passive-aggression; a plane crash opens the door to the Garden of Eden; the new boy in the village falls victim to a fatal ruse; and a husband's unexpressed grief is embodied in the shadows of a crumbling country barn.
Intelligent and emotionally complex, the stories in The Measure of Sorrow elude easy classification, lifting the veil on the wonder and horror of a world just out of true.