Viking's publication of Saul Bellow's most recent novel, Ravelstein, was an event that garnered unanimous critical acclaim & placed its author back in the spotlight as one of America's literary treasures. Now, for the first time ever, here is a collection of shorter works chosen by Bellow himself: favorite stories that follow the arc of his distinguished career. Collected Fiction gathers together stories from Mosby's Memoirs, Him with His Foot in His Mouth, & Something to Remember Me By, as well as an early story that to date has appeared only in Esquire magazine. This volume contains a preface by Bellow's wife, Janis, & an introduction by James Wood & includes celebrated stories such as "Leaving the Yellow House" & "What Kind of Day Did You Have?" & the novella The Bellarosa Connection. Throughout, Bellow's trademark theme of self-awakening, his stunning ability to re-create a bygone Chicago, & his unique comic wisdom are magnificently illustrated. This collection is both a handsome anthology Bellow's avid readers will treasure & a superb introduction to those unacquainted with his genius.