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Adam and Eve and Pinch Me: Tales
Hardcover
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025257013
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 238
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Adam and Eve and Pinch Me: Tales is a masterful collection of short fiction by A. E. Coppard, a writer renowned for his unique blend of lyrical prose and folkloric charm. This anthology showcases the author's ability to weave intricate narratives that explore the depth of human emotion against backdrops of rural England and surreal landscapes. Each story in the collection demonstrates Coppard's meticulous craftsmanship and his talent for capturing the fleeting moments of beauty, irony, and tragedy in everyday life.
The tales range from the whimsical to the profound, often blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural. Coppard's work is characterized by a distinctive narrative voice that echoes the oral tradition while maintaining a sophisticated literary sensibility. As a significant figure in the development of the modern short story, Coppard uses this collection to delve into themes of love, loss, and the mysteries of the natural world. Adam and Eve and Pinch Me: Tales remains a vital work for readers of classic British literature and those who appreciate the art of the short story at its most evocative and poignant.
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