On "Fame" by Siamak Vossoughi (1261 words) ****

Vossoughi is an Iranian American writer whose book of stories showcases his unique style, a style that is also on display in this piece. His stories often aren't stories in the conventional American sense. They aren't heavy on plot or even on character development. Instead, they are often philosophical asides, opportunities to explore what something means or is--in this case, fame. And while this piece isn't perhaps as thought provoking as some of his other work, it is a good introduction to it. Read it here at Hobart.