Ron Rash Knihy

Píše se rok 1929 a novomanželé George a Serena Pembertonovi přijíždějí z Bostonu do hor Severní Karolíny, kde chtějí založit dřevařskou firmu. George místní prostředí zná, žil tu dost dlouho, a dokonce zplodil nemanželské dítě, ale Serena je v horách nováčkem. Záhy však dokazuje, že si s muži v ničem nezadá – dohlíží na pracovní čety, loví chřestýše, navíc zachrání v divočině manželovi život. Společně s Georgem bezohledně umlčí nebo odstraní z cesty každého, kdo ztratí jejich přízeň. Když Serena zjistí, že nemůže mít děti, rozhodne se zavraždit manželova nemanželského syna. Jakmile žena posedlá touhou po moci vytuší, že Pemberton svou nelegitimní rodinu chrání, bouřlivé manželství se začíná rozpadat a příběh spěje k překvapivému vyústění. Pronikavá studie lidského charakteru líčí, čeho je schopen člověk vedený touhou po moci. Hlavní hrdinka je jakousi novodobou Lady Macbeth. Napínavý román o složitých mezilidských vztazích se strhujícím vyprávěním o životě v drsném horalském prostředí v první polovině minulého století s originální zápletkou.

The book features a collection of hauntingly beautiful lyrics that capture the essence of life in the rural South, blending themes of beauty and hardship. It showcases the literary prowess of a revered American author, known for his award-winning novels such as Serena, Something Rich and Strange, and Above the Waterfall. Through evocative language and imagery, the work offers a poignant exploration of the region’s landscape and its emotional depth.

Raising the Dead by Ron Rash is a collection of poetry.Many of the poems are set in the Southern Appalachian mountains.

This collection showcases the vibrant rhythms of life in Appalachia through the lens of Ron Rash, a celebrated poet and novelist. With a keen eye for detail, Rash portrays a diverse array of characters, each embodying the spirit and struggles of the region. The work reflects deep emotional resonance and a profound understanding of the human experience, making it a compelling exploration of Appalachian life and its complexities.

Exploring the complexities of human relationships, this collection of short stories delves into themes of love, loss, and the intricate connections that bind people together. Each narrative offers a unique perspective, blending elements of humor and poignancy. Through vivid characterizations and insightful observations, the author captures the nuances of everyday life, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences and emotions. The stories resonate with authenticity, making this collection a compelling read for those who appreciate the art of storytelling.

Among the Believers by Ron Rash is a book of poetry set in the mountains of the western Carolinas. The book also has an introduction by Anthony Hecht.

In these ten stories, Ron Rash spins a haunting allegory of the times we live in--rampant capitalism, the severing of ties to the natural world in the relentless hunt for profit, the destruction of body and soul with pills meant to mute our pain--and yet within this world he illuminates acts of extraordinary decency and heroism. Two of the stories have already been singled out for accolades: "Baptism" was chosen by Roxane Gay for inclusion in The Best American Short Stories 2018, and "Neighbors" was selected by Jonathan Lethem for The Best American Mystery Stories 2019. And in revisiting Serena Pemberton, Rash updates his bestselling parable of greed run amok as his deliciously vindictive heroine returns to the North Carolina wilderness she left scarred and desecrated to make one final effort to kill the child that threatens all she has accomplished.

"Featuring fictional stories by Ron Rash with a new introduction by the author"--

From the acclaimed, New York Times bestselling award-winning author of Serena and The Cove, thirty of his finest short stories, collected in one volume. No one captures the complexities of Appalachia—a rugged, brutal landscape of exquisite beauty—as evocatively and indelibly as author and poet Ron Rash. Winner of the Frank O'Connor International Short Story Award, two O Henry prizes, and a finalist for the PEN/Faulkner Award, Rash brilliantly illuminates the tensions between the traditional and the modern, the old and new south, tenderness and violence, man and nature. Though the focus is regional, the themes of Rash’s work are universal, striking an emotional chord that resonates deep within each of our lives. Something Rich and Strange showcases this revered master’s artistry and craftsmanship in thirty stories culled from his previously published collections Nothing Gold Can Stay, Burning Bright, Chemistry, and The Night New Jesus Fell to Earth. Each work of short fiction demonstrates Rash’s dazzling ability to evoke the heart and soul of this land and its people—men and women inexorably tethered to the geography that defines and shapes them. Filled with suspense and myth, hope and heartbreak, told in language that flows like “shimmering, liquid poetry” (Atlanta Journal Constitution), Something Rich and Strange is an iconic work from an American literary virtuoso.

Set in a small Appalachian town, The Caretaker by award-winning author Ron Rash is a breathtaking love story and a searing examination of the acts we seek to justify in the name of duty, family, honour and love