Shirley Jackson: A Rather Haunted Life

Shirley Jackson's biography is a masterful account of the life and inner darkness of the literary genius behind classics like "The Lottery" and The Haunting of Hill House.

Franklin establishes Jackson as a serious and accomplished literary artist, revealing her tumultuous life and unique contribution to the canon.

This definitive biography stands as the most comprehensive portrayal of a generational avatar and an American literary genius, offering insight into mid-20th-century women's history.

With Franklin's invigorating portrait, Shirley Jackson is finally rescued from obscurity and recognized as the literary icon she deserves to be.