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Last Night is a 2005 short story collection by James Salter, celebrated for his elegant prose and deep exploration of human relationships. The collection comprises ten stories that delve into themes of love, betrayal, aging, and mortality, often focusing on moments of quiet intensity and emotional reckoning.
Salter’s characters are frequently caught in the complexities of desire and loss, whether through extramarital affairs, unspoken regrets, or the secrets that emerge in long-term relationships. The title story, Last Night, is particularly haunting, revolving around a man and his terminally ill wife, with a devastating twist. Salter’s writing is spare yet profoundly evocative, capturing the fragility and fleeting beauty of life.
James Salter (1925–2015) was an acclaimed American writer known for his lyrical prose and masterful storytelling. A former fighter pilot, Salter’s works, including A Sport and a Pastime and Light Years, often explore themes of love, desire, and mortality. His elegant, evocative style earned him enduring literary recognition.
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