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The Quick and the Dead

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The Quick and the DeadA Pulitzer Prize Finalist From one of our most heralded writers Joy Williams belongs, James Salter has written, "in the company of C line, Flannery O'Connor, and Margaret Atwood" her first novel in more than a decade: the life and death adventures of three misfit teenagers in the American desert. Alice, Corvus, and Annabel, each a motherless child, are an unlikely circle of friends. One filled with convictions, another with loss, the third with a

A Pulitzer Prize Finalist

From one of our most heralded writers--Joy Williams belongs, James Salter has written, "in the company of C line, Flannery O'Connor, and Margaret Atwood"--her first novel in more than a decade: the life-and-death adventures of three misfit teenagers in the American desert.

Alice, Corvus, and Annabel, each a motherless child, are an unlikely circle of friends. One filled with convictions, another with loss, the third with a worldly pragmatism, they traverse an air-conditioned landscape eccentric with signs and portents--from the preservation of the living dead in a nursing home to the presentation of the dead as living in a wildlife museum--accompanied by restless, confounded adults. A father lusts after his handsome gardener even as he's haunted (literally) by his dead wife; a heartbroken dog runs afoul of an angry neighbor; a young stroke victim drifts westward, his luck running from worse to awful; a sickly musician for whom Alice develops an attraction is drawn instead toward darker imaginings and solutions; and an aging big-game hunter finds spiritual renewal through his infatuation with an eight-year-old--the formidable Emily Bliss Pickless. With nature thoroughly routed and the ambiguities of existence on full display, life and death continue in directions both invisible and apparent. Gloriously funny and wonderfully serious, The Quick and the Dead limns the vagaries of love, the thirst for meaning, and the peculiar paths by which all creatures are led to their destiny.

A panorama of contemporary life and an endlessly surprising tour de force: penetrating and magical, ominous and comic, this is the most astonishing book yet in Joy Williams's illustrious career.


Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Vintage
Published: 01/08/2002
ISBN: 9780375727641
Pages: 320
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 8.08h x 5.10w x 0.70d

Review Citations: Entertainment Weekly 01/11/2002 pg. 65
New York Times 12/30/2001 pg. 16
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Taylor - The Review Guy
Lowell, US
★★★★★ 5
Very Nice!
Color: Black, Number of Items: 1
This end table is very well made and uses good quality hardware throughout. It is assembled using cam lock nuts, wooden dowels, and Allen head bolts, which I personally prefer over standard wood screws. Cam locks stay tight over time and do not slowly work themselves loose like screws can on furniture that gets regular use, so that was a big plus for me right away. The table arrives fully disassembled. For someone comfortable with furniture assembly, it took just over an hour to put together. The instructions are clear, well laid out, and easy to follow. I would rate the overall assembly difficulty around a 2 to 3 out of 5. Most of the process is straightforward and logical. There is only one frustrating step where you need to tighten eight bolts with an Allen wrench in a very tight space near the bottom tray. There is not enough clearance to fully rotate the wrench, so tightening those bolts takes a lot longer than it should. Other than that one section, the rest of the build went smoothly. Once assembled, the table feels very solid and sturdy with no wobble. The finish held up well during assembly and I did not experience any scratching or chipping, which tells me it is fairly durable. The design is sturdy enough that it works well as an everyday end table without feeling delicate. Functionally, the built in charging station works great. The power cord and outlets are convenient, and the charging base is very handy for phones and other devices. My only minor complaint is that I wish the power cord routed through the bottom of the stand instead of exiting straight out the back of the middle tray. It is not a deal breaker, but a bottom exit would make cable management a bit cleaner. Storage space on the shelves is somewhat limited due to the design, but there is still enough room to be functional. It works well for books, small baskets, remotes, or decorative items. Just do not expect oversized storage. Overall, this is a high quality, well designed piece with solid hardware and a clean look. If this style fits your space, I would absolutely recommend it. I am very happy with mine and would buy it again.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2026
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Billy and Lori
West Palm Beach, US
★★★★★ 5
Beautiful end table that works well anywhere.
Color: Black, Number of Items: 1
The JUSTOGO end table immediately stands out thanks to its unique, modern design and practical features. Its rectangular shape makes it surprisingly versatile. You can position it to showcase the three open shelves for easy access and display, or use it as a narrower separation piece or traditional end table. That flexibility makes it adaptable to different rooms and layouts. One of the most thoughtful design choices is the placement of the built-in USB ports and power outlets. Located on the middle shelf, they don’t crowd the tabletop and still remain easily accessible for charging devices. This keeps the top surface clean and fully usable while ensuring cords aren’t stretched too far. The black finish is another plus. It’s neutral, clean-looking, and blends easily with a wide range of décor styles. If there’s a downside, it’s the assembly process. The instructions could be clearer, and while the advertised setup time is 20 minutes, it realistically takes closer to 40. That said, assembly is a one-time task, and once it’s complete, you’re left with a sturdy, functional, and visually appealing piece of furniture. Overall, it’s a smart combination of style and utility.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2026
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Melissa Medley
Battle Creek, US
★★★★★ 5
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Color: Black, Number of Items: 1
I love love love the charging station on this table. The modern and sophisticated decor is perfect for my home. I love that this style matches with several rooms in my home. I would definitely order another one so I can have a pair. This table was easy to assemble and put together. The table is strong and durable and easy to clean. This table is a beautiful and functional piece of furniture to add to any home. Excellent value for the money. A definite must-have for your home.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2026
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Lila
Boise, US
★★★★★ 5
Pretty good so far
Color: White, Size: 6FT (2U1C)
Perfect small size for what I was looking for, I wanted one for my standing desk (and in white for a cleaner look) that didn't take up too much space but still offered all the ports I was looking for. The clamp works great, easy to install, I like that on top it has two tiny lights to indicate that it's on and working well. Mainly I really appreciate that it came with one of those white velcro cable wrap so I can properly wrap the excess length :)
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Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2026
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WA-GA
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 5
Love the small size and desk mount bracket.
Color: Black, Size: 6FT (2U1C)
Great quality and perfect size to get rid of those old bulky switches for the desk. Saves a lot of desk space for the newer smaller platform computers. Having extra charging sockets build it also frees up plug space.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2026

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