Fragile Things
collection of short stories and poetry by English author Neil Gaiman
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Summary
Fragile Things is a literary work[1]. It ranks in the top 4% of literary work entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (421 views/month).[2]
Key Facts
- Author: Neil Gaiman[3]
- Award received: Locus Award for Best Collection[4], Grand Prix de l'Imaginaire for Best Foreign-Language Short Story[5], British Fantasy Award for Best Collection[6]
- Language of work or name: English[7]
- Country of origin: United Kingdom[8]
- Has part(s): A Study in Emerald[9], The Fairy Reel[10], October in the Chair[11], The Hidden Chamber[12], Forbidden Brides of the Faceless Slaves in the Secret House of the Night of Dread Desire[13], The Flints of Memory Lane[14], Closing Time[15], Going Wodwo[16], Bitter Grounds[17], Other People[18], Keepsakes and Treasures[19], Good Boys Deserve Favours[20], Strange Little Girls[21], Harlequin Valentine[22]
- Inception: 2006[23]
- Publication date: 2006[24]
- Has edition or translation: Fragile Things[25], Des choses fragiles[26], Q121956572[27]
- Described at URL: https://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/05/books/review/Itzkoff.t.html[28]
- Title: Fragile Things[29]
- Form of creative work: short story collection[30]
Why It Matters
Fragile Things has Wikipedia articles in 11 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[31] It is known by 15 alternative names across languages and contexts.[32]
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What awards did Fragile Things receive?
Honors received include Locus Award for Best Collection[4], Grand Prix de l'Imaginaire for Best Foreign-Language Short Story[5], and British Fantasy Award for Best Collection[6].