Raymond Carver
Born: 05-24-1938
Raymond Carver was an American short story writer and poet, renowned for revitalizing the short story form in the late 20th century. Born in 1938, he is celebrated for his minimalist style and poignant, often stark, explorations of everyday American life. His acclaimed collections, such as "What We Talk About When We Talk About Love," reflect his keen insight into human nature and relationships. Carver's profound impact endures in contemporary literature.
Book summaries for books written by Raymond Carver
Quotes
Sure, I got a few minutes to spare. I can talk a while. But that's about all.
I'm glad for the company. This beats the hell out of being alone.
It's really something.
It's everything.
You tell me something. Anything. Just go ahead and tell me something.
What do you think of that?
Just tell me something. It doesn't have to be anything big. Just something.
My God, I love your face.
You can go to hell.
I love you, too, just the way you are.
I don't know what you're talking about.
I don't know what to say. I'm just glad we're all here.