The Daring Young Man on the Flying Trapeze by William Saroyan review - vividly crafted Depression-era tales

By The Guardian | Nov 24, 2024 at 06:01 AM EST

William Saroyan's debut collection from 1934 captures the struggles of impoverished individuals during the Depression in San Francisco, reflecting his own heritage as an Armenian-American. Through punchy prose, he portrays universal themes of humanity, resilience, and the power of simple pleasures.

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