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Shirley Jackson: Novels and Stories — Library of America

Shirley Jackson: Novels and Stories is a Library of America collection bringing together The Lottery, The Haunting of Hill House, We Have Always Lived in the Castle, and additional stories and writings. Its 832-page scope suits readers seeking several major works in one volume, though customer feedback raises mixed concerns about page durability.

At a glance

Includes The Lottery, The Haunting of Hill House, and We Have Always Lived in the Castle, along with 21 other stories and sketches.
Also includes the essay "Biography of a Story" and other works spanning the early 1940s through the mid-1960s, according to the listing.
The 832-page collection combines novels, short fiction, and an essay in a single volume.

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Often bought together

Shirley Jackson: Four Novels of the 1940s & 50s (LOA #336): The Road Through the Wall / Hangsaman / The Bird's Nest / The Sundial (Library of America, 336)

$38.90

Philip K. Dick: Four Novels of the 1960s

$20.42

Pros and cons

Pros

Brings together three named major works and additional fiction in one book.
The contents span novels, short stories, sketches, and an essay, offering more than a single-genre collection.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Library of America
Publication date	May 27, 2010
Edition	First Ed Thus
Language	English
Print length	832 pages
ISBN-10	1598530720
ISBN-13	978-1598530728

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	5.1 x 1.1 x 8.2 inches
Weight listed	1.25 pounds

What to know before buying

Customer feedback is positive about the writing and compelling characters, but reports mixed views on durability, including concerns about pages tearing and thin pages. Consider this if the book will see frequent handling.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Readers looking to explore several Shirley Jackson novels and short works in one volume.
Readers interested in psychological horror, short fiction, and an author's writing about the reception of her work.

Less suited to

Readers seeking only one of the included titles rather than a substantial collected volume.
Buyers who prioritize consistently reported page durability for frequent or rough handling.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 675 ratings

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Customer feedback describes the collection as engaging and thought-provoking, praising its stories, writing, and compelling characters. That response aligns with the listing's broad mix of novels, short fiction, and an essay. Some feedback also questions durability and mentions pages that may tear, a practical consideration for an 832-page book intended for repeated handling. Aggregate ratings are strongly favorable overall, but ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers describe the stories and writing as engaging and well-written.
Feedback praises the thought-provoking content and compelling characters.

Negative themes

Some customer feedback mentions thin pages and concerns about pages tearing.

Mixed feedback

Opinions about durability vary, with some feedback calling the construction solid and other feedback worrying about tearing pages.

Frequently asked questions

Which works are included?

The listing names The Haunting of Hill House, The Lottery, and We Have Always Lived in the Castle, plus 21 other stories and sketches and the essay "Biography of a Story."

How long is the book?

The listed print length is 832 pages.

What do customers say about the book?

Customer feedback describes the collection as engaging and thought-provoking, with praise for its stories and characters. Feedback also raises concerns about thin pages and mixed durability.