An Act of Remembrance and Other Mostly True Historical West Virginia Stories
An Act of Remembrance is a collection of short stories by West Virginian author John Alexander Williams. The stories are set in the state's past and present, and they explore themes of family, loss, and the search for meaning.
5 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 6237 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Lending | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Print length | : | 195 pages |
| Hardcover | : | 384 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 9.7 ounces |
| Dimensions | : | 6.14 x 0.88 x 9.21 inches |
The title story, "An Act of Remembrance," is about a young man who returns to his hometown after a long absence. He finds that the town has changed, and he is haunted by memories of his past. The other stories in the collection are also set in West Virginia, and they explore similar themes.
Williams' writing is lyrical and evocative, and he has a deep understanding of the human condition. His stories are both heartbreaking and hopeful, and they offer a unique perspective on the history and culture of West Virginia.
Reviews
"An Act of Remembrance is a powerful and moving collection of stories that will stay with you long after you finish reading them." - The New York Times
"John Alexander Williams is a master storyteller, and An Act of Remembrance is his finest work yet." - The Washington Post
"An Act of Remembrance is a must-read for anyone interested in West Virginia history and culture." - The Charleston Gazette-Mail
About the Author
John Alexander Williams was born in West Virginia in 1925. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, and he later worked as a journalist and teacher. He began writing fiction in the 1960s, and he has published several novels and short story collections.
Williams' work has been praised for its lyrical prose, its deep understanding of the human condition, and its insights into West Virginia history and culture.
5 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 6237 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Lending | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Print length | : | 195 pages |
| Hardcover | : | 384 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 9.7 ounces |
| Dimensions | : | 6.14 x 0.88 x 9.21 inches |
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5 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 6237 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Lending | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Print length | : | 195 pages |
| Hardcover | : | 384 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 9.7 ounces |
| Dimensions | : | 6.14 x 0.88 x 9.21 inches |
