This copy has been SIGNED by Tim O'Brien on the title page. This is one of the volumes in the highly regarded Twayne's United States Authors Series. Herzog brings his distinct understanding of O'Brien's work to this study, examinging each of O'Brien's book-length works in depth. The book is framed around Herzog's two-day interview with his subject during which they discussed O'Brien's concept of storytelling, his use of his own life in his work, and his goals as a writer.