{"title":"David Means","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the evocative world of David Means, a celebrated American author renowned for his masterful storytelling and richly textured prose. Known for his keen psychological insight and poetic style, Means captures the complexities of human experience through his engaging narratives and memorable characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eA River in Egypt\u003c\/em\u003e, a testament to his ability to weave intricate tales that delve into the everyday and the extraordinary. Often classified under General Fiction, his books offer a profound exploration of themes such as memory, identity, and emotion, all peppered with Means' distinctive voice and perceptive eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a long-time fan or a newcomer to his stories, explore the profound depth and beauty of David Means' collection, where every page is crafted to beckon and captivate.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-river-in-egypt-by-david-means-9780571352494","title":"A River in Egypt","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn his masterful story \u003ci\u003eA River in Egypt\u003c\/i\u003e, David Means paints a portrait of a moment. Cavanaugh and his young son are suspended; trapped in what a nurse calls \"the sweat chamber\", where the boy will be tested for cystic fibrosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCavanaugh has brought distractions – spasmodic action figures, malformed toy trucks – but they do little to alter the frustration of the sick child screaming, or to alleviate the anxiety of the time spent waiting for \"some exactitude in the form of a diagnosis\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46710638248172,"sku":"9780571352494","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11201053482391.jpg?v=1754158161"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/david-means.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}