Raymond Carver
Raymond Carver 
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| Born | 25 may 1938 |
| Birthplace | Clatskanie, Oregon, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Writer, Poet, Short Story Author |
| Known for | Cathedral and short stories |
| Website | https://www.raymondcarver.com |
Personal life
Raymond Carver was born on May 25, 1938, in Clatskanie, Oregon. He was married twice, first to Maryann Burk and later to Tess Gallagher. Carver had two children and lived much of his life in Washington state. He struggled with alcoholism but eventually found sobriety and continued his writing career until his death in 1988.
Career
Carver was a seminal figure in American short story writing and poetry. He is known for his minimalist style, depicting ordinary lives with precision and emotional depth. His works have influenced countless contemporary writers and continue to be studied widely in literature courses.
Cathedral by Raymond Carver
Cathedral is one of Raymond Carver’s most famous short stories, exploring themes of perception, human connection, and empathy. The story follows a man who learns to see the world differently through his interaction with a blind guest.
Cathedral Raymond Carver
The 1983 collection Cathedral includes some of Carver's most celebrated short stories. This collection solidified his reputation as a master of the short story form and won critical acclaim for its vivid, concise prose.
Raymond Carver Cathedral
Carver’s story Cathedral has been widely anthologized and analyzed for its innovative narrative style and deep emotional resonance. It remains a benchmark for students and writers studying American short fiction.
Cathedral Raymond Carver short story
The short story Cathedral demonstrates Carver’s minimalist style and ability to convey profound insights into human relationships and perception with simple, precise language.
Raymond Carver books
In addition to Cathedral, Carver authored numerous collections of short stories and poetry, including What We Talk About When We Talk About Love and Where I’m Calling From. His books continue to influence contemporary fiction writers.
Writings and Publications
- Will You Please Be Quiet, Please? (1976)
- What We Talk About When We Talk About Love (1981)
- Cathedral (1983)
- Where I’m Calling From (1988)
- Short Cuts (1993, posthumous collection)