I read Brautigan a long time ago, and was reminded of him while reading Kurt Vonnegut.

His works have always had a certain charm that吸引 me. The unique writing style and the strange and wonderful stories he creates make people feel as if they have entered a different world.

Now, when I re-read his works, it leaves me scratching my head. I find that I have a different understanding and perception of his works than before.

I did like The Abortion, seeing as I work in a library. The story is set in a library, and the description of the library and the people in it is very vivid. It makes me feel as if I am in the library myself, experiencing the things that happen there.

Brautigan's works are like a mystery, waiting for people to explore and discover. Each time I read, I can always find something new and interesting.

"Revenge of the Lawn" is like a jar of pure golden honey, sweet and delicious, captivating the reader from the very first page.

It has a unique charm that sets it apart from the others. The story unfolds in a way that keeps you on the edge of your seat, eager to discover what will happen next.

The characters are well-developed and relatable, making it easy to become invested in their lives.

While "Revenge of the Lawn" is truly outstanding, the other works are also good in their own right.

They each offer something different, whether it's a thrilling plot, beautiful prose, or a thought-provoking message.

Together, they form a collection that is sure to satisfy any reader's taste.

Whether you're a fan of mystery, romance, or adventure, there's something for everyone in this collection.

So, pick up a copy and let yourself be transported into a world of literary wonder.

Richard Brautigan is traditionally associated with the characters of the counterculture in the third quarter of the 20th century, but his fame extends far beyond that. The mainstream of the early 21st century has not forgotten his significance. In fact, the hero of the first part of Stephen King's "Hearts in Atlantis" takes the name Brautigan in his honor.

Brautigan had a difficult start in life. He grew up in poverty, constantly moving from one place to another, and endured a succession of his mother's husbands. His end was equally tragic as he committed suicide with a shotgun before reaching the age of fifty, and his body was not discovered until a month and a half later. Omitting the details, one can only imagine the extent of his loneliness in the final days of his life. However, in the middle of his life, he achieved deafening fame with his work "Trout Fishing in America", which instantly made him a cult writer.

The collection "Luzhaykin's Revenge" includes stories written during his stellar years in the late sixties. Among them are two fragments that were not included in the first edition of "Trout Fishing in America", as well as the novel "Abortion" (1966). The author classifies this novel as historical, but the only historical aspect is the need to travel to Mexico to terminate a pregnancy, as the operation was not legalized in the United States until 1973.

This collection, one of three published by Eksmo, features Brautigan's novels in a unified style and with excellent translations by interesting translators. It also includes another novel based on childhood memories, now known as trauma literature, "So the Wind Won't Blow It All Away" (1982).

Surprisingly relevant today, this novel is socially acute, blatantly honest, and multi-layered. It was far ahead of its time in the optimistic early eighties and was not well received by critics and readers. At that time, it was harshly criticized with the same malicious diligence with which the public tramples on yesterday's idols, and this failure played a significant role in Brautigan's tragic end.

Overall, this is an interesting collection. The stories are good, and some are hilariously funny. Although the story about the geese and grandmother's lard I had seen before in Sergey Bodrov's "White and Steppe" (where there were chickens instead). But the gem of the collection is still "Abortion".

What an odd grouping of Brautigan's works!

I read them all separately.

Revenge of the Lawn, a book of short stories, was greatly amusing to me as a kid. I vividly remember reading the story of the lion who was tired of being buried in the yard. However, I don't recall many of the other stories.

The Abortion is an amazing book of poems. Some of them are funny, making me burst into laughter; some are sad, tugging at my heartstrings; and some are bizarre to the extreme, leaving me in awe. But all of them are very unique, with Brautigan's distinct style shining through.

So the Wind Won't Blow it All Away is an oddly sad book compared to many of Brautigan's novels. I was truly surprised by this. It has a certain melancholy that lingers throughout the pages, making it a memorable read.

Overall, Brautigan's works are a fascinating mix of different emotions and styles, each one offering a unique reading experience.

I have to admit that I didn't have a great deal of enjoyment from the short stories. To be honest, they simply aren't to my taste. However, when it comes to "The Abortion" and "So The Wind Won't Blow it All Away", my opinion is completely different. I really liked "The Abortion" and absolutely loved "So The Wind Won't Blow it All Away".

This was my very first encounter with the works of Brautigan, and I find it难以置信 that I didn't come across him sooner. His writing is truly great. It is not only clever but also endearing and funny. The way he weaves his stories and the unique perspectives he presents are truly captivating. I am now eager to explore more of his works and see what other literary treasures he has in store.

I would highly recommend Brautigan to anyone who is looking for something different and engaging to read. His writing has a charm and a style that is all his own, and I am confident that once you start reading his works, you will be hooked.

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I have a great affection for 'A Confederate General Of Big Sur', and 'In Watermelon Sugar' holds a place within my top five all-time favorite reads. However, 'Trout Fishing in America' didn't quite resonate with me, and the three books in this omnibus edition seem to have a closer connection to the latter rather than the former.

'Revenge of the Lawn' consists of a couple of chapters that were omitted from 'Trout Fishing', along with numerous other short stories. Some of these stories are merely a paragraph in length. I found them rather overwhelming, perhaps due to my attempt to read them too hastily. They ended up feeling like an excessive consumption of sugary treats.

'The Abortion' was rather strange, and I don't believe it entirely succeeds. It tells the story of a librarian of sorts. His library houses books written by individuals who would otherwise never see their works published in a million years. Picture the curator of lost blogs, and you'll get the idea. He gets his girlfriend Vida pregnant, and they travel to Tijuana for an abortion, and that's essentially the gist of it.

'So The Wind Won't Blow It All Away' is the standout of the collection, mainly because the language is so subdued, and there is a very palpable sadness that permeates the story. Brautigan committed suicide shortly after completing it, and one wonders if the commentators are correct in suggesting that the one foreshadowed the other.

Love the economy of Bruatigan's prose and the quirkiness of his vision.

I love watching San Francisco and surroundings through his eyes in his era. His model of satire is so much richer and more spontaneous.

If his is a kind of postmodernism, I find it worthwhile. It is much easier to read through for sure than DeLillo.

I have just finished the "Revenge of the Lawn" stories. I had read the two a while ago, but especially "The Abortion" stuck with me. It was because of the odd lives of its protagonists and his unparalleled karma of problem solving and even, living in the moment.

For the pleasure of reading his prose, it is highly unrivaled. His writing style is unique and engaging, making the reading experience truly enjoyable.

Each story is like a small window into a different world, filled with strange characters and unexpected twists.

Bruatigan's ability to capture the essence of a moment and convey it in a concise and powerful way is truly remarkable.

I look forward to reading more of his works and exploring the strange and wonderful worlds he has created.

I was at a bus depot in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in the dead of night. The man sitting beside me had just served a year of hard time and all he possessed were some hygiene products. Feeling a pang of sympathy, I gave him some money for cigarettes and a hamburger. He then asked me if I liked snakes and, to my surprise, gave me a gnostic ring.

A few hours later, as we were traveling west, the guy sitting in front of me suddenly keeled over in his seat. The bus had to park in the desert. His body was laid out in front of the bus, and we all waited there for the medics to come and haul it away. It was a strange and somewhat eerie situation.

When the sun finally rose, we stopped for breakfast. However, I don't remember anything about this book. It seems that the events of that night and the morning overshadowed any memory I might have had of the book I was reading. Maybe it was because of the unexpected encounter with the ex-convict and the tragic incident that followed. In any case, that particular journey on the bus in Albuquerque remains etched in my mind, but the details of the book have faded away.

The story I listened to in this book first while following along with the e-book was "The Abortion." Maybe one day I will get to the other two stories, but who knows?

I am currently on a bit of a Brautigan binge. Of course, for most of us, it rightfully begins and ends with "Trout Fishing in America." However, starting around 2016 and 2017, they began recording the books in the Audible format to introduce them to the present generation. I recently asked a couple of 18-year-olds if they had ever heard of Richard Brautigan or "Trout Fishing in America." I'm sure you can guess what they said. One of the girls was my daughter, so I have no one to blame but myself.

This is a quite different book compared to some of Richard Brautigan's others. Then again, I don't have a great deal of experience with many of his books. Even some of the ones that I found on my bookshelf in paperback and sold at absurdly low prices on eBay before I realized they were worth hundreds of dollars!

This is actually a book that, although it has the standard very short chapters, it also actually has a story that pretty much runs throughout the book. Sometimes Brautigan book reviews simply focus on the fact that they were written about 60 years ago in a different era. Some people like to go back and recapture that time, while others mark the books down a star or two for not keeping up with reality and the changing world.

If anyone reading this book has ever had a direct or indirect experience with an abortion, they will not be able to breeze through this book lightly or without thought. That's probably enough said about that. A significant portion of this book is about that experience. It is also secondarily about a woman who has to deal with having a gorgeous body and what has happened and eventually occurs with her as a result. I would have to say that despite two rather ominous subjects, this book has a surprisingly happy ending. And maybe I'll just leave it at that for now.

I truly have a deep affection for the way this particular guy writes. His words seem to flow effortlessly, captivating my attention from the very first sentence. It makes me wonder if there is indeed a library in existence where people have the opportunity to drop off the books that they themselves have written.

It's such an intriguing concept. The idea of a place that collects and preserves the literary works of individuals, regardless of their level of fame or expertise.

I can't help but be curious about whether such a library actually exists. So, I have decided that I'm going to do a quick search on Google to find out. Maybe I'll discover a hidden gem of a library that I never knew existed.

I'm excited to see what results my search will yield and whether I'll be able to satisfy my curiosity about this unique library.

I first came across this piece of writing during my college days, and I was completely astounded by the profound intimacy it conveyed.

The phrase "so the wind won't blow it all away" has such a powerful impact that it brings tears to my eyes every single time I read it.

At one point in my life, I used to think that everyone should have the experience of taking acid at least once. However, perhaps now I would replace that with the act of reading Brautigan.

Another one of my absolute favorites is "Willard and the Bowling Trophies". The unique charm and the engaging narrative of this work never fail to captivate me. It's as if Brautigan has a magical touch that can transport the reader into a completely different world, filled with strange yet wonderful characters and situations.

His writing style is truly one-of-a-kind, and it continues to have a profound influence on my literary tastes and preferences.