Reviews

Selected Shorts: American Classics by John Cheever, Alice Walker, Amy Tan, Joyce Carol Oates, John Sayles, Donald Barthelme, Eudora Welty, Edgar Allan Poe, Symphony Space

deepfreezebatman's review

4.0

This collection has introduced me to 2 of my favorite short stories that I've read/heard all year! I absolutely loved Amy Tan's "Rules of the Game" and Donald Barthelme's "Game." I also enjoyed being exposed to other great authors, such as Joyce Carol Oates, John Cheever, and Alice Walker.

veryperi22's review

5.0

I'm so glad I discovered this. Or rather, was introduced to this by a friend. Every story, a joy to listen to. (Audible)

shallowgal00's review

4.0

nice selection of stories read by a interesting selection of narrators in front of live audiences.

the crowd reactions were, at times, a little jarring.

dommdy's review

5.0

Excellent selection of short stories brilliantly performed.

aspygirlsmom_1995's review

emotional lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

ekerstein's review

4.0

A good collections of American classics, from Joyce Carol Oates to John Cheever.