Shirley Jackson

Explore the life and work of a neglected American literary master in this engaging and relevant biography. Shirley Jackson's genius for literary suspense and psychological horror set her apart from her contemporaries, and biographer Ruth Franklin examines her unique contribution to the American gothic tradition. Drawing from undiscovered correspondence and interviews, this definitive biography portrays Jackson as a determined and prodigiously creative writer whose life was haunted by a darker side. Franklin also delves into Jackson's exploration of the exploitation and isolation of women in American society, making this book more relevant than ever before.