Books like Lost in the city by Edward P. Jones
Set in Washington, D.C., *Lost in the City* is a prize‑winning collection of stories by Edward P. Jones that portray the lives of African‑American men and women in the nation's capital. Through scenes such as the community around pigeon‑raising and a career woman’s night‑time revelation, the characters confront the threat of loss—of family, friends, memories, and identity—while fostering bonds of community. Jones’s unembellished, evocative prose has earned critical acclaim, establishing him as a distinguished voice in contemporary American fiction.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Edward P. Jones
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