А Хоумз: Things You Should Know

Things You Should Know is a collection of dazzling stories by one of the most talented and daring young American writers. Homes distinctive narratives demonstrate how extraordinary the ordinary can be. A woman pursues an unconventional strategy for getting pregnant, a former First Lady shows despair and courage in dealing with her husband s Alzheimer s, a teacher s list of things you already should know but maybe are a little dumb, so you don t becomes an obsession for someone wasn t at school the day it was given out, and adult tragedy intrudes into a childhood friendship. The stories are full of magic and strangeness and humour, but also demonstrate an uncanny emotional accuracy and compassion.