{"title":"William H. Gass","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the intricate and philosophical world of \u003cem\u003eWilliam H. Gass\u003c\/em\u003e, a celebrated American novelist and essayist renowned for his profound narrative style and innovative use of language. Known for crafting literature that delves into the complexities of human experience, Gass's work offers readers a distinctive blend of intellectual depth and narrative sophistication. Among his notable works is \u003cem\u003eOmensetter's Luck\u003c\/em\u003e, a novel that masterfully combines elements of Crime and Thriller with philosophical undertones, capturing readers with its unique take on morality and fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGass's writing is characterised by its rich language and intricate storytelling, inviting those who appreciate profound and thought-provoking literature to delve into his captivating worlds. His narratives are not just stories; they are immersive experiences that challenge the mind and engage the senses. As you browse this collection, prepare to encounter a literary style that is as challenging as it is captivating, with stories that linger long after the final page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a lifelong fan or discovering William H. Gass for the first time, this collection stands as testament to his legacy in the literary world, offering a gateway into the artistry of an author who truly understood the power of words.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"omensetters-luck-by-william-h-gass-9780141180106","title":"Omensetter's Luck","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The most important work of fiction by an American in this literary generation.\" - \u003ci\u003eThe New Republic\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow celebrating the 50th anniversary of its publication, \u003ci\u003eOmensetter's Luck\u003c\/i\u003e is the masterful first novel by the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Tunnel, Middle C,\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eOn Being Blue,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eEyes: Novellas and Stories\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGreeted as a masterpiece when it was first published in 1966, \u003ci\u003eOmensetter's Luck\u003c\/i\u003e is the quirky, impressionistic, and breathtakingly original story of an ordinary community galvanised by the presence of an extraordinary man. Set in a small Ohio town in the 1890s, it chronicles - through the voices of various participants and observers - the confrontation between Brackett Omensetter, a man of preternatural goodness, and the Reverend Jethro Furber, a preacher crazed with a propensity for violent thoughts. \u003ci\u003eOmensetter's Luck\u003c\/i\u003e meticulously brings to life a specific time and place as it illuminates timeless questions about life, love, good, and evil. This edition includes an afterword written by William Gass in 1997.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45964710445292,"sku":"9780141180106","price":38.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780141180106.jpg?v=1733359525"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/william-h-gass.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}