RAISE HIGH THE ROOF BEAM, CARPENTERS AND SEYMOUR AN INTRODUCTION.
Book • 1963
This book includes two novellas: 'Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters' and 'Seymour: An Introduction'.
The first story, narrated by Buddy Glass, recounts his visit to his brother Seymour's wedding during World War II, where Seymour fails to appear.
The second story is a stream-of-consciousness narrative by Buddy, introducing the reader to Seymour, who had committed suicide in 1948.
Both stories delve into themes of family, judgment, and Eastern religious mysticism.
The first story, narrated by Buddy Glass, recounts his visit to his brother Seymour's wedding during World War II, where Seymour fails to appear.
The second story is a stream-of-consciousness narrative by Buddy, introducing the reader to Seymour, who had committed suicide in 1948.
Both stories delve into themes of family, judgment, and Eastern religious mysticism.
