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Steve Yarbrough

    Tento autor, ktorý tvorí prevažne v južanskej tradícii, čerpá námety a postavy z južanskej histórie a zvyklostí. Jeho tvorba sa vyznačuje prenikavým skúmaním ľudskej povahy a komplexných medziľudských vzťahov. Diela sú často prirovnávané k ikonám južanskej literatúry pre ich hĺbku a autenticitu. Jeho písanie je cenené pre svoju atmosféru a schopnosť zachytiť ducha regiónu.

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    Family Men
    The End of California
    Stay Gone Days
    Safe from the Neighbors
    • Safe from the Neighbors

      • 272 stránok
      • 10 hodin čítania

      Set against the backdrop of the Mississippi Delta, the story revolves around Luke May, a history teacher confronting the shadows of the civil rights era. As a childhood friend returns, she reignites memories of a traumatic event that shaped their lives. The narrative delves into themes of family secrets, infidelity, and the lingering impact of political strife, revealing how deeply intertwined personal histories can be with broader societal issues. This intricate tale explores the complexities of memory and the past's influence on the present.

      Safe from the Neighbors
    • Stay Gone Days

      • 380 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania
      4,1(68)Ohodnotiť

      After a childhood in Mississippi marred by a horrific family scandal, teenage sisters Ella and Caroline Cole escape their hometown, losing all connection to each other. While Ella finds stable domesticity in Boston, Caroline travels the world, from California to Poland, fleeing regrets and a man intent on violence. Despite the decades apart, each sister is never far from the other's thoughts. Then, one day, Ella walks into a bookstore and sees a novel called Stay Gone Days. Will this novel, a heartbreaking tale of estranged sisters, help Ella and Caroline find each other and start down the hard road of reconciliation and forgiveness?

      Stay Gone Days
    • The End of California

      • 320 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania
      3,3(19)Ohodnotiť

      Set in a small town, this novel by Steve Yarbrough explores the intricacies of life and relationships within a close-knit community. The narrative delves into the characters' personal struggles and triumphs, revealing their interconnected lives and the impact of their choices. With rich, nuanced storytelling, Yarbrough captures the essence of small-town dynamics and the profound moments that shape individual destinies.

      The End of California
    • Family Men

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      • 184 stránok
      • 7 hodin čítania

      Set against the backdrop of small-town southern life, this collection of stories delves into the intricacies of relationships among ordinary men and women. With a blend of subtle humor and keen insight, the award-winning writer captures the unique qualities of these communities, offering readers an engaging exploration of human connections and the nuances of everyday experiences.

      Family Men
    • I zn�w, jak w 'Widzialnych duchach', Steve Yarbrough przenosi nas w swoje rodzinne strony - na Południe Stan�w Zjednoczonych. Tyle że tym razem, już kilkadziesiąt lat p�źniej, mieszkańcy delty Missisipi muszą sprostać szczeg�lnym wyzwaniom. Trwa druga wojna światowa i na typowe dla Południa konflikty rasowe nakładają się zupełnie nowe problemy: młodzież jest powoływana do wojska, a w okolicy założono ob�z jeniecki dla żołnierzy z Afrika Korps. Niemcy pracują na miejscowych plantacjach bawełny...

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