From the New York Times Bestseller and Booker Prize-winning author of Lincoln in the Bardo and Tenth of December, comes a literary treasure celebrated by The Sunday Times, The Guardian, The Independent, The Irish Times, and many more as a top pick of 2021. Described as 'a masterclass from a warm and engagingly enthusiastic companion' (The Guardian) and 'a delight about delight itself' (Tessa Hadley), this book offers both inspiration and profound insights into the art of storytelling.

Why You Should Read?

Here are compelling reasons to delve into A Swim in a Pond in the Rain:

1. Masterclass on Storytelling: Gain invaluable lessons from George Saunders’ two-decade experience teaching Russian short stories at Syracuse University.
2. Timeless Literary Insights: Discover deep analyses of iconic works by Chekhov, Turgenev, Tolstoy, and Gogol.
3. Relevance to Modern Life: Explore how fiction helps us understand today’s turbulent world through timeless questions about truth, values, and human purpose.
4. Accessible yet Profound: Saunders’ engaging style makes complex literary concepts approachable for both avid readers and aspiring writers.
5. A Journey of Curiosity: Not just about reading—this book trains you to view the world with openness and fresh curiosity.

Dive into this literary exploration and find out not just how great stories work, but why they resonate with us on a profound, human level.