Book · 2017 · Fiction
Homesick For Another World
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It's a Story collection called homesick for another world the author is otessa Mos.
The best things said about it
Homesick for another world bya mve NW by Zade Smith.
Why people recommend it
Homesick for Another World is a striking collection of dark, idiosyncratic short stories by Ottessa Moshfegh that investigates loneliness, grotesque human behavior, and contemporary alienation with biting wit. The book was briefly mentioned across multiple episodes of The Book Review podcast. On the episode Just the Funny Parts, Parul Sehgal referenced the title while reading through a curated list of notable contemporary fiction. Similarly, on the episode Edward Snowden: Hero, Traitor or Spy?, Greg Cowles discussed the story collection, identifying Moshfegh as the author and highlighting her distinct literary voice. Reviewers often point to this collection as a masterclass in modern character studies, praising Moshfegh's ability to render deeply flawed, socially isolated protagonists with unflinching honesty and pitch-black humor. The book cemented her reputation as one of the most distinctive and provocative short story writers of her generation, attracting a dedicated following among readers who appreciate subversive and uncompromising fiction.
Every mention
Greg Cowles it's a Story collection called homesick for another world the author is otessa Mos 1
“it's a Story collection called homesick for another world the author is otessa Mos”
Parul Sehgal homesick for another world bya mve NW by Zade Smith 1
“homesick for another world bya mve NW by Zade Smith”
Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
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