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The Ballad of the Sad Cafe
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A classic work that has charmed generations of readers, this collection assembles Carson McCullers` best stories, including her beloved novella `The Ballad of the Sad Cafe`. A haunting tale of a human triangle that culminates in an astonishing brawl, the novella introduces readers to Miss Amelia, a formidable southern woman whose cafe serves as the town`s gathering place. Among other fine works, the collection also includes `Wunderkind`, McCullers` first published story written when she was only seventeen about a musical prodigy who suddenly realizes she will not go on to become a great pianist.