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The little disturbances of man

by Grace Paley

Grace Paley's superb and frankly sexual stories appeared in the 1950s before women's liberation had come to nettle the public mind. These unforgettable stories about men in the thick of life and women, men and the love-hate relationships between them show Paley's imaginative daring, vision and talent. (back cover copy)

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Chappie’s discussion starters

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?