Raymond Carver

Raymond Carver (1938–1988) was an American writer widely regarded as an important renewer of the modern American short story. Born in Clatskanie, Oregon, he worked a series of odd jobs for many years before devoting himself fully to writing. His first story collection, »Will You Please Be Quiet, Please?«, brought him widespread recognition in 1976; »What We Talk About When We Talk About Love« established his reputation. His posthumous collection »Beginners – Uncut« presents the unedited version of the latter book.