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House of Heroes and Other Stories
House of Heroes and Other Stories
Author: Mary La Chapelle
Ten short stories examine the courage and loneliness of misfits in a society that demands conformity. In "Faith," an emotionally troubled girl attaches herself to a vulnerable psychologist. In "Superstitions," a small child takes on responsibility for her younger, epileptic brother. "Understanding" makes us look at ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780679724575
ISBN-10: 0679724575
Publication Date: 2/19/1990
Pages: 243
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Publisher: Vintage
Book Type: Paperback
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CHICAGO TRIBUNE: "House of Heroes" which has won a PEN/Nelson Fiction Aard, is full of clear good songs ... La Chapelle can take a moment that's universal and ring it like a bell." Award-winning collection of short stories, most set in small towns in the Great Lakes region.


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