Hassler, Jon

The Resource Hassler, Jon

Description: The late Jon Hassler used straightforward and careful prose to tell stories of small communities and the intricate relationships that develop in them. A sense of grace pervades all of Hassler's writing; even at its darkest there is hope of redemption. He looks at people with a clear and unflinching eye, and understands that human nature is rarely all good or all bad. His small town and academic settings give Hassler ample opportunities for humor, as well as for examining lost opportunities. Start with: Staggerford

Description: The late Jon Hassler used straightforward and careful prose to tell stories of small communities and the intricate relationships that develop in them. A sense of grace pervades all of Hassler's writing; even at its darkest there is hope of redemption. He looks at people with a clear and unflinching eye, and understands that human nature is rarely all good or all bad. His small town and academic settings give Hassler ample opportunities for humor, as well as for examining lost opportunities. Start with: Staggerford