BEATTIE, Ann The Burning House New York: Random House, (1982). Sold Hardcover. First edition. Slight offsetting on the front fly, else fine in fine dustwrapper. Signed by the author. Item #279443 ISBN: 0394524942 Status: On Hold Ask a Question item image Ann Beattie birth name: Ann Beattie born: 9/8/1947 View Reference Info Biography American writer of short stories and novels whose characters, having come of age in the 1960s, often have difficulties adjusting to the cultural values of later generations. - Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of Literaturemore Collecting tips: We also offer a comprehensive Ann Beattie Bibliography and Price Guide.more