The Roy Stories Author:Barry Gifford "Gifford, a master of the short story and nasty vignette, can sum up in a few words the cruelty, horror, and crushing banality that shape an entire life." — ?New York Times Book Review — New stories and collected short novels about recurring character Roy, with episodes from his life ages 5 to 17. The first section (The Vast Difference) features G... more »ifford's latest stories appearing in book form for the first time. Other sections: Memories from a Sinking Ship, Wyoming, and Sad Stories of the Death of Kings.« less