As I Lay Dying

20th Century • book • classic • fantasy • fiction • novel

As I Lay Dying. The novel is widely considered to be one of Faulkner's greatest works and is often cited as one of the most important novels of the 20th century.

As I Lay Dying is a 1930 Southern Gothic novel by American author William Faulkner. The novel tells the story of the Bundren family's quest to bury their matriarch, Addie, in the town of Jefferson. Along the way, the family faces numerous challenges and tragedies, including deaths, accidents, and betrayal. Faulkner frequently used stream of consciousness and interior monologue to explore the minds of his characters. The novel is considered to be one of his best works and has been cited as an influence by many writers.

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