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This deluxe collector's edition features all seven novels and eight classic stories from a renowned writer known for their wit and provocative style. Celebrated for shaping a literary generation, the collection showcases the author's unique voice and storytelling prowess, making it a must-have for fans and new readers alike.

"Seventy-five years ago Mary McCarthy provoked a scandal with her electrifying debut novel, The Company She Keeps (1942), announcing the arrival of a major new voice in American literature. A candid, thinly-veiled portrait of the late-1930s New York intellectual scene, its penetrating gaze and creative fusion of life and literature--"mutual plagiarism," she called it--became the hallmark of McCarthy's fiction, which the Library of America now presents in full for the first time in deluxe collector's edition. The Oasis (1949), a wicked satire about a failed utopian community, and The Groves of Academe (1952), a pioneering campus novel depicting the insular and often absurd world of academia, burnished her reputation as an acerbic truth-teller, but it was with A Charmed Life (1955), a searing story of small-town infidelity, that McCarthy fully embraced the frank and avant-garde treatment of gender and sexuality that would inspire generations of readers and writers. Also included are all eight of McCarthy's short stories, four from her collection Cast a Cold Eye (1950), and four collected here for the first time"--Amazon.com

A collection of three novels by the author who transformed the scope and style of twentieth-century American literature—including the landmark classic The Group In Mary McCarthy's most famous novel, The Group (1963), she depicts the lives of eight Vassar College graduates during the 1930s as they grapple with sex, sexism, money, motherhood, and family. McCarthy's final two novels—Birds of America (1971), a coming of age tale of 19-year-old Peter Levi, who travels to Europe during the 1960s, and Cannibals and Missionaries (1979), a thriller about a group of passengers taken hostage on an airplane by militant hijackers—are both concerned with the state of modern society, from the cross-currents of radical social change to the psychology of terrorism. As a special feature, this second volume contains McCarthy's 1979 essay "The Novels that Got Away," on her unfinished fiction. LIBRARY OF AMERICA is an independent nonprofit cultural organization founded in 1979 to preserve our nation’s literary heritage by publishing, and keeping permanently in print, America’s best and most significant writing. The Library of America series includes more than 300 volumes to date, authoritative editions that average 1,000 pages in length, feature cloth covers, sewn bindings, and ribbon markers, and are printed on premium acid-free paper that will last for centuries.

Exploring the author's girlhood, this intimate memoir offers a reflective look at her formative years. Known for her influential work, the author delves into personal experiences that shaped her identity and perspectives, providing insights into the challenges and triumphs of growing up as a woman. The narrative captures the essence of her journey, illuminating the moments that defined her and resonated with many readers.

This novel offers a sharp and incisive satire that explores the depths of human vanity, showcasing the author's keen observations and wit. Through a blend of humor and critical commentary, it delves into the complexities of self-importance and societal norms, making readers reflect on their own perceptions of beauty and success. The narrative is both entertaining and thought-provoking, characteristic of the author’s ability to blend engaging storytelling with profound insights.

How would you react if you were diagnosed with terminal cancer? How would you feel? This is the situation for Emer Dorgan, a librarian in her fifties who has been looking forward to early retirement and the freedom to pursue her hobbies and dreams. Coming to terms with the awful prognosis is Emer's biggest challenge but it also permeates the lives of those who love her. Together they embark on a turbulent, irreverent but ultimately heart-warming roller-coaster ride as Emer lives out her last days. There is still so much life to be a sentimental journey, a house to be renovated, an encounter with a blast from the past, and a new life to be brought into the world by her beloved American niece Avril who comes to stay with her. And what of reconciliation? For this is a family torn apart by tragedy and a horrific secret concerning the violent death of Avril's mother many years before. Can Emer's approaching death work miracles? How you die is as important as how you live.

A journey of self-discovery unfolds as the protagonist confronts hidden truths and suppressed emotions. Themes of awakening and transformation are explored through vivid imagery and introspective moments. The narrative invites readers to reflect on their own perceptions and the world around them, challenging them to see beyond the surface. Through compelling character development and thought-provoking scenarios, the story emphasizes the importance of awareness and the courage to embrace change.

Published in 1942, Mary McCarthy's first novel creates a fascinating portrait of a 1930s New York social circle.

Die Mitvierzigerin Amy wird nach dem Tod ihrer dominanten Mutter von Depressionen geplagt. Als sie von einer mysteriösen alten Schuld ihrer Mutter erfährt, muss Amy sich mit der Vergangenheit auseinandersetzen.