My Oedipus Complex and Other Stories Frank O'Connor 1956 Penguin Book Vintage

Discover the masterful storytelling of Frank O'Connor with this vintage Penguin Book edition of "My Oedipus Complex and Other Stories." This collection showcases O'Connor's unparalleled insight into Irish character and life, earning him acclaim as one of the great short-story writers of the 20th century. W. B. Yeats himself lauded O'Connor's work, comparing his impact on Ireland to Chekhov's influence on Russia.

This classic volume brings together a selection of eighteen vibrant and observant short stories, including the titular "My Oedipus Complex," "The Genius," "First Love," and "The Ugly Duckling." Each narrative is crafted with a freshness, fluency, and wit that is distinctly Irish, yet universally appealing. A must-have for collectors of vintage Penguin paperbacks, Irish literature, and fans of literary fiction.