Discover millions of ebooks, audiobooks, and so much more with a free trial

Only $11.99/month after trial. Cancel anytime.

A Study Guide for Andre Dubus's "Fat Girl"
A Study Guide for Andre Dubus's "Fat Girl"
A Study Guide for Andre Dubus's "Fat Girl"
Ebook27 pages17 minutes

A Study Guide for Andre Dubus's "Fat Girl"

By Gale and Cengage

Rating: 0 out of 5 stars

()

Read preview

About this ebook

A Study Guide for Andre Dubus's "Fat Girl," excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Short Stories for Students. This concise study guide includes plot summary; character analysis; author biography; study questions; historical context; suggestions for further reading; and much more. For any literature project, trust Short Stories for Students for all of your research needs.
LanguageEnglish
Release dateJul 6, 2016
ISBN9781535823166
A Study Guide for Andre Dubus's "Fat Girl"

Read more from Gale

Related to A Study Guide for Andre Dubus's "Fat Girl"

Related ebooks

Literary Criticism For You

View More

Related articles

Reviews for A Study Guide for Andre Dubus's "Fat Girl"

Rating: 0 out of 5 stars
0 ratings

0 ratings0 reviews

What did you think?

Tap to rate

Review must be at least 10 words

    Book preview

    A Study Guide for Andre Dubus's "Fat Girl" - Gale

    1

    The Fat Girl

    Andre Dubus

    1977

    Introduction

    In his lifetime, Andre Dubus was lauded for his highly realistic and captivating portraits of ordinary Americans. Honored throughout his long career by numerous and prestigious awards, his stories were often included in the pantheon of best American short stories.

    His important role in the literary community was demonstrated in the late 1980s, after he was struck by a car while helping stranded motorists. The accident led to the loss of his leg and confinement in a wheelchair. In the ensuing years, Dubus came to see this accident as a transcendent experience, one that broadened his capacity for understanding human suffering and

    Enjoying the preview?
    Page 1 of 1