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I tried to read this book a year ago and only made it through the first part of the book. I found it confusing and actually had to get Cliff notes and still misunderstood what was going on. I put the book to the side to pick up later. I loved his short story "A Rose for Emily" though. What do you think of it?

Frank Booth I was frustrated by Faulkner's books as a college student, but read many of his books later in life and fell in love with them. Sound and the Fury is …moreI was frustrated by Faulkner's books as a college student, but read many of his books later in life and fell in love with them. Sound and the Fury is one of the ten greatest American novels ever written in my opinion and, as a southerner, I consider Faulkner to be the greatest author of our region. I also recommend starting with some of Faulkner's short stories to get accustomed to his style of writing. (less)

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