The Common Chord

The Common Chord is a 1947 short story collection by Frank O'Connor.

Stories

It features the following stories:

News For The Church
The Custom of the Country
Judas
The Holy Door
Don Juan, Retired
The Babes in the Wood
The Frying Pan
The Miracle
A Thing of Nothing
The Stepmother
Friends of the Family
Don Juan's Temptation

Page Count

226 pages

Overview

The Common Chord" is a collection of twelve short stories by Irish author Frank O'Connor. The stories delve into the lives of individuals in small Irish towns, exploring themes of human nature, morality, and societal norms with O'Connor's characteristic blend of humor and compassion.