The Collected Stories Of Joseph Roth

Appearing in English for the first time, "The Collected Stories of Joseph Roth" is a remarkable achievement, with17 novellas and stories that echo the intensity and achievement of his greatest novel, "The Radetzky March." These short works, each a stunning example of Roth's legendary explorations of character, reflect an enduring and tragic sensibility that stands alone in the annals of 20th century fiction.

The Collected Stories, in its vairety and force, is the essential introduction to the fiction of Joseph Roth. Appearing in English for the first time. The Collected Stories of Joseph Roth includes seventeen novellas and stories that echo the intensity and achievement of his greatest novel, the Radetzky March. Spanning the entire range of Roth's brief life (1894-1939) and showcasing the breadth his literary powers, this collection features many stories just recently discoverd. Roth's novellas and short stories will rank with Chekhov's as among the greatest of modern literature.