Books like Birds of America by Lorrie Moore
Lorrie Moore’s collection "Birds of America" gathers twelve thoughtfully crafted short stories that explore the patterns, expectations, and sometimes absurdities of human interaction. From a family Christmas game that goes awry in "Charades" to the unfulfilled ambitions of a woman in "Agnes of Iowa," each tale offers a keen observation of social life and customs in the United States.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Lorrie Moore
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