Grand Union: Stories - Zadie Smith (Book)

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Title: Grand Union: Stories

Author: Zadie Smith

Publisher: Hamish Hamilton (UK) / Penguin Press (US)

Date Published: October 3, 2019

Category: Fiction / Short Stories

Grand Union is Zadie Smith’s first collection of short stories, comprising 19 pieces—11 new and 8 previously published in outlets like The New Yorker and The Paris Review. The collection showcases Smith’s versatility, traversing genres from historical fiction to speculative narratives, and delving into themes of identity, time, and societal structures. Notable stories include “Escape from New York,” a post-9/11 narrative, and “Miss Adele Amidst the Corsets,” focusing on a fading cabaret performer. The collection has been praised for its rich variety and Smith’s keen observational prowess.