An Evening Performance

Year 1996
Pages 518

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Summary

This 1996 Louisiana State University Press edition collects George Garrett’s work for a general-interest readership, presenting a sustained literary experience across 518 pages.

Why this book now

Revisit Garrett’s mature voice and fuller scope in a comprehensive volume that showcases his range for contemporary readers and students.

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George Garrett’s An Evening Performance offers a rich, wide-ranging read from a celebrated American writer, collected in a single substantial volume.

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  • You value long-form literary work by a single American author.
  • You collect or study Louisiana State University Press literary editions.
  • When you want something richly atmospheric, the chapters jump time and voice in clever ways, keeping the structure engaging while revealing key facts.

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  • You want a short, quick read under 200 pages.
  • You prefer plot-driven genre fiction over literary collections.
  • When you avoid books heavy on atmosphere, the narrator keeps details close and often withholds key motives.

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Reading commitment

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At 518 pages, expect an extended, attentive reading commitment suited to readers who enjoy immersive, literary study rather than light browsing.

What stands out here

This record emphasizes the 1996 Louisiana State University Press edition and its comprehensive 518-page presentation of Garrett’s material.

Best way to approach it

Approach it steadily—divide into sections for focused reading or academic study, taking time to absorb Garrett’s language and themes.

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