William Faulkner Books
William Faulkner was the Nobel Prize–winning author of many Modernist and Southern Gothic stories, including As I Lay Dying and The Sound and the Fury. He’s known for his cerebral, experimental writing style featuring unreliable narrators and stream of consciousness.
What's A Rose for Emily about?
A Rose for Emily (1930) was first published in Forum magazine. Told in a nonlinear style, it starts with the funeral of Emily, a fixture in the fictional Jefferson County. It then goes back in time to trace moments of her life, and the decline in her health and status.
Who should read A Rose for Emily?
- Faulkner fans
- Lovers of Southern Gothic literature
- Anyone curious to learn more about a complex classic
What's Light in August about?
Set in the American South, "Light in August" tells the story of a young man named Joe Christmas who is searching for his identity and place in the world. The novel explores themes of race, religion, and the complexities of human nature, all against the backdrop of the hot and oppressive August heat. Faulkner's lyrical prose and intricate storytelling make this a compelling and thought-provoking read.
Who should read Light in August?
- Readers interested in exploring complex themes of race, identity, and morality
- People who appreciate Faulkner's unique writing style and innovative narrative structure
- Those who enjoy thought-provoking and challenging literary works
Absalom, Absalom!
What's Absalom, Absalom! about?
Absalom, Absalom! is a classic novel by William Faulkner that delves into the complexities of the American South. Through multiple narrators and a non-linear storyline, the book unravels the dark secrets and tragedies of the Sutpen family. It examines themes of race, identity, and the destructive nature of obsession, making it a thought-provoking and challenging read.
Who should read Absalom, Absalom!?
- Readers who enjoy complex and challenging narratives
- Literature enthusiasts who appreciate dense and poetic writing styles
- Individuals interested in exploring the legacy of slavery and its impact on Southern culture
What's As I Lay Dying about?
As I Lay Dying (1930) centers on the arduous journey of the Bundren family to bury their mother, Addie, in her hometown. The story’s uniqueness lies in its delivery through the perspectives of fifteen different characters, subtly unraveling the family’s complex dynamics and individual struggles.
Who should read As I Lay Dying?
- Lovers of American literature
- Fans of complex, multi-character narratives
- Readers interested in family dynamics and individualism
What's The Sound and the Fury about?
The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner is a powerful exploration of the Compson family and their decline in the American South. Told from multiple perspectives and spanning several decades, the novel delves into themes of time, memory, and the destructive nature of obsession. It is a challenging yet rewarding read that offers a unique literary experience.
Who should read The Sound and the Fury?
- Individuals who enjoy complex and experimental narrative structures
- Readers interested in Southern Gothic literature and themes of decay and decline
- Those who appreciate deep explorations of human nature and psychology
The Sound and the Fury
What's The Sound and the Fury about?
The Sound and the Fury is a novel by William Faulkner that delves into the complex lives of the Compson family in the American South. Through shifting perspectives and nonlinear storytelling, it explores themes of time, memory, and the disintegration of a once-prominent family. The book challenges traditional narrative structure and offers a unique literary experience.
Who should read The Sound and the Fury?
Readers who enjoy complex and non-linear narratives
Literature enthusiasts looking for a deep exploration of human psychology and family dynamics
Those interested in Southern Gothic literature and its portrayal of the American South