

The Habit of Being - Letters of Flannery O'Connor
Through her letters, Flannery O’Connor paints her own portrait—witty, faithful, and unflinchingly honest. With Sally Fitzgerald’s insightful introduction, this collection reveals the heart and mind behind one of the twentieth century’s most brilliant Catholic writers.
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- Collection of Flannery O’Connor’s personal letters
- Introduced by friend and editor Sally Fitzgerald
- Reveals O’Connor’s humor, faith, and literary insight
- Captures her voice with clarity and candor
- Essential for understanding her life and work
Flannery O’Connor’s letters reveal a woman whose faith and intellect shaped every word she wrote.
In this remarkable collection, introduced by her friend and editor Sally Fitzgerald, readers encounter O’Connor not through fiction, but through her own voice—wry, gracious, and fiercely sincere.
Her correspondence offers glimpses into her creative process, her theological depth, and her courageous spirit amid suffering. Each letter reflects the paradoxes that defined her: devout yet unsentimental, humble yet unflinching, deeply Southern yet universal in her vision.
As Fitzgerald writes, O’Connor emerges “a phoenix risen from her own words.” This self-portrait in letters is both a testament to grace and a lasting treasure for all who seek truth through faith and art.
SKU: 1012853
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- Author: Flannery O'Connor
- 640 Pages
- Paperback
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