A Death in the Family

In this Audie Award-nominated classic, James Agee’s last novel explores the profound impact of a man's sudden death on his family. Set in Knoxville, Tennessee, in 1915, the story follows Jay Follet, who rushes to his ailing father only to suffer a tragic accident on his way home. Through a lyrical narrative interwoven with the perspectives of Jay’s wife, brother, and young son Rufus, Agee crafts a poignant tale of innocence, tenderness, and the fragile nature of happiness, making it a powerful read.