I stumbled across this list. Too bad we can’t ask Barthelme himself if it’s his list. If you’re not familiar with Donald Barthelme, read “The School.” It’s short and amazing. I’ve forced friends to listen to me read it at dinner because it’s just that good.
12 July 2008
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“The School” is not his best. It’s just the required reading of him in most advanced lit classes. That’s usaully the only exposure most people have to him, unless they are interested in reading more.
Comment by big daddy — 6 October 2008 @ 1:53 am
It may not be his best but it’s a good introduction to Barthelme.
Comment by kristynwinters — 6 October 2008 @ 2:09 pm