Complete Stories

Discover the Timeless Brilliance of an American Literary Master

The Complete Stories of Bernard Malamud, lauded as "an essential American book" by the Chicago Tribune, is a New York Times Notable Book of the Year and a Publishers Weekly Best Book of 1997. This comprehensive collection gathers fifty-five stories spanning Malamud''s illustrious career, from "Armistice" (1940) to "Alma Redeemed" (1984), including the immortal tales from The Magic Barrel and the unforgettable Fidelman stories.

With an illuminating introduction by Robert Giroux, this volume showcases Bernard Malamud''s mastery of the modern short story. These diverse and generous selections serve as the perfect introduction to the work of this great Jewish American writer. Malamud''s short fiction explores the lives of Jewish characters with depth, humor, and poignant insight, cementing his place as a titan of American literature. An indispensable addition to any short story collection, The Complete Stories of Bernard Malamud is a testament to the enduring power of classic Jewish fiction.