This collection of twenty-seven intense short stories, born from the author’s imagination, is also inspired by his life experiences. Through his keen sense of observation and his lively sense of humour, Henrie manages to give each text a unique resonance and authenticity that transcend the ordinary. These qualities permeate the work through a range of themes, from church pews, college life, and romantic encounters to foreign travel and genetic makeup.
In his characteristically light tone, Henrie shares tales of offbeat scenes—such as the time when the discovery of a glass eye on a sidewalk disrupted the life of an elderly aunt. Yet he also draws us into more introspective stories. There is the absurd journey of a group of friends, for example, who embark on a long race only to realize, suddenly, that they forgot to set a goal, estimate the time needed, or even clearly define their destination. Other stories speak of solitude, boredom, and confinement.
This collection of short stories, which challenge the reader and seek his participation, is part of the long cycle of stories upon which the author embarked more than twenty years ago.
Published in French.
