An essential collection of classic stories that established Flannery
O'Connor's reputation as an American master of fiction--now with a new
introduction by New York Times bestselling author Lauren Groff In
1955, with the title story and others in this critical edition, Flannery
O'Connor firmly laid claim to her place as one of the most original and
provocative writers of her generation. Steeped in a Southern Gothic
tradition that would become synonymous with her name, these stories show
O'Connor's unique view of life--infused with religious symbolism,
haunted by apocalyptic possibility, sustained by the tragic comedy of
human behavior, confronted by the necessity of salvation. These classic
stories--including "The Life You Save May Be Your Own," "Good Country
People," and "The Displaced Person," among others, are sure to inspire
future generations of fans and remind existing readers why she remains a
master of the short story.