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Elephant bangs train

William Kotzwinkle

1971148 pagesabout 2–3 hours
1971
first published
  • 1971Pantheon Books · 148 pages · ENGISBN 9780394460475
  • 1971Faber and Faber Ltd · 158 pages · ENGISBN 9780571097791
  • 1974Avon · ENG
  • 1974Avon · 148 pages · ENG
  • 1981AvonISBN 9780380011612

This is a fantastic work of earlier Kotzwinkle. It is a collection of short stories, and it highlights the incredible inner world of master storyteller William Kotzwinkle. The title "Elephant Bangs Train" is taken from one of the stories in this collection. For fans of Kotzwinkle this is a must-read and for those yet unfamiliar with his work it is a great introduction.

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CommitmentQuick escape

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