A Manual for Cleaning Women

Narrated by Bernadette Dunne , Hillary Huber , Kyla Garcia , Carol Monda , Thom Rivera , Dawn Harvey

Released: December 30, 2015
Length: 14 hrs 47 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

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"A Manual for Cleaning Women" is a collection of short stories by the acclaimed writer Lucia Berlin, celebrated for her unique blend of humor, wit, and melancholy. Drawing comparisons to literary luminaries like Raymond Carver and Grace Paley, Berlin's narratives capture the beauty and grace found in everyday life, from laundromats to the homes of the affluent, and through the experiences of diverse characters. This audiobook invites listeners to discover the profound and often overlooked artistry of a master storyteller.

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