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by Flannery O'Connor (Author) "WHEN I WAS FIVE, I HAD AN EXPERIENCE THAT marked me for life ..." (more)
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great Writer, Feb 13 2007
This review is from: Mystery & Manners ~ Ppr (Paperback)
I love O'Connor's works, not all of them but much of them. This book is a compilation of her lectures and occasional writings, often spliced together into a coherent essay, sometimes repeating, often hilarious. There is an essay on raising fancy chickens (peacocks) and a couple good ones on writing.

If you know the author's works and want to learn more about her and her ideas on writing then get it. She is merciless about pulp literature, and one of the great quotes of the book is, "Many a bestseller could have been prevented by a good writing teacher." When her wit shines through she's wonderful.

The only weakness of the book is that O'Connor's religiosity infects the last two essays. Her ramble on the spiritual and writing is outdated and ultimately extremely dull. Skip them. As for the book as a whole, don't expect her thoughts on writing to be any form of lesson for the beginning writer. She muses on the state of literature with verbal jabs and strong opinions. Certainly for that, in this climate of how dare you critique writing as promoted by oprah, such strong opinions and ideas are welcomed. A good book to add to your shelf.
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5.0 out of 5 stars 5 1/2 Stars...Fun in the Process!, Sep 21 2003
By Eric Wilson "novelist" (Nashville, TN United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Mystery & Manners ~ Ppr (Paperback)
O'Connor writes with such wit and wisdom that I found myself overwhelmed. I began to mark pages, then realized I was marking each and every one.

Tucked between two short pieces, the meat of the book deals with the craft of writing, the motivation and method, and the spiritual heart of fiction. Never have I read so direct an approach to the mix of religion and art. O'Connor's words can be applied to creative efforts in all fields and in all branches of Christendom. Why then, with such poignant insights penned over forty years ago, does the Church at large still look down on artistic endeavor? Must everything preach a literal sermon for the concrete Western mindset? As O'Connor makes clear, art speaks truth only when it embraces life in all its shades of good and evil.

This book could be titled aptly, "Freedom and Frustrations." Any writer diving into this work will discover O'Connor's pearls of wisdom beneath the waves of public narrowmindedness. Don't pass this by if you wish to make art that matters. You'll be encouraged. You'll also be freed to have fun in the process.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Marvelous book, Jul 13 2001
By Margaret B. Hurll "word warrier" (Royal Palm Beach, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mystery & Manners ~ Ppr (Paperback)
This book is rich with humor, insight, courage, practical tips on the writing life. It includes the reader as an honored guest and sends the reader back out into the world satisfied and eager. In an age that mocks simple faith and profits by the downfall of belief even as it piously and hypocritically scolds those who have been misguided, this book is good news. It is a heartening guide back to the world where faith is fresh and plenteous and the faithful are not confounded for their beliefs but are encouraged by the warmth the book generates. The heart is ignited and a good journey is begun with the author as a companion. This book contains a wealth that promises to stay around for all time.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Impressed by mystery
As an engineering student, I lean towards thinking of mystery as something temporary and, well, bad. Read more
Published on Jan 27 2001 by Stephan Stuecklin

4.0 out of 5 stars Everyone's entitled to an opinion
Flannery O'Connor shares opinions about (mainly) writing in this collection of previously unpublished transcripts of lectures. Read more
Published on Jun 28 2000 by Critic

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book that helps writers to focus on their craft!
For anyone wanting to understand the theory and importance of writing, whether it be fiction or nonfiction, get this book. Read more
Published on Dec 20 1999 by Christian Engler

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have for every fiction writer
I've always known that Flannery O'Connor was an incredible writer, but I am amazed at her ability to fully explain her craft. She is extremely witty and graceful. Read more
Published on Dec 4 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars A thoughtful exploration of the mystery of writing.
This book is an inspiring and entertaining experience for both writers and readers of fiction. Even the more specific essays touch on general issues such as characterization... Read more
Published on Oct 9 1998

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