Shirley Jackson, “Life Among the Savages”

Jackson’s humorous, semi-autobiographical account of family life

Published in 1953, Life Among the Savages by Shirley Jackson is a humorous, semi-autobiographical account of family life that offers a sharp departure from the unsettling, gothic themes for which she is most famous. Yet, beneath its playful, light-hearted surface, the book retains the keen observational wit and subtle social critique that define Jackson’s writing. Chronicling the chaotic adventures of her family’s move from the city to a rambling, slightly dilapidated house in rural Vermont, Life Among the Savages captures the trials and absurdities of domestic life with a blend of affection, irony, and razor-sharp insight.

Shirley Jackson (1916–1965) was an American writer whose work spans multiple genres, including gothic fiction, psychological horror, and humor. Her major novels, including The Haunting of Hill House and We Have Always Lived in the Castle, cemented her reputation as one of the most important American authors of the 20th century. However, her lighter, autobiographical works, such as Life Among the Savages and its companion volume, Raising Demons, reveal another side of her literary talent: a sharp, humorous observer of family life. Known for her wit, insight, and ability to blend humor with darker themes, Jackson remains a literary icon whose influence continues to shape modern literature.

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• Date: Nov. 27, 2024
  
• Language: English
• Paperback: 190 pages
• ISBN-13: 979-1259916785
• Dimensions: 12.7 x 1.09 x 20.32 cm
• Price: $can 18,00 (paperback)

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