At his wits end with his sons grief over the death of his mother a year earlier, Sheppard invites a troubled youth, Rufus, into their home. Contemptuous of Sheppard, Rufus resists the mans attempts to improve him, but the extentand consequencesof Rufuss disdain for Sheppard become clear only in Rufuss dealings with Sheppards son, Norton.American author Flannery OConnor is known for her portrayal of flawed characters and their inevitable spiritual transformation. The Lame Shall Enter First is a haunting story of a flawed man unable to connect with and comfort his grieving son.HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.