"Why does one begin to write? Because she feels misunderstood, I guess. Because it never comes out clearly enough when she tries to speak."
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About Lydia Davis
Lydia Davis is an American writer known for her concise and innovative works. She is acclaimed for her short stories that often experiment with form and language, challenging traditional narrative structures. Davis is also a highly regarded translator of French literature into English, notably for her translations of Marcel Proust and Gustave Flaubert. She has received numerous awards for her writing, including the Man Booker International Prize.
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