Donn Byrne - The Wake - The Best Short Stories of 1915 - Yearbook of the American Short Story
"The Wake" paints a vivid portrait of resilience and the human spirit, as its characters grapple with the pain of farewell and the hope of new beginnings. Through Byrne's masterful storytelling, we are invited to explore themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the enduring power of family bonds.