"The Best Short Stories of 1915, and the Yearbook of the American Short Story" by Various. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
The Best Short Stories of 1918, and the Yearbook of the American Short Story encapsulates a pivotal moment in literary history, celebrating a diversity of narrative forms and thematic explorations. This anthology brings together a pantheon of voices that showcase the vibrancy and complexity of early 20th-century American literature. From the intricate psychological narratives of Sinclair Lewis to the lyrical prose of Wilbur Daniel Steele, the collection traverses the realms of realism, early modernism, and the nascent phases of experimental storytelling, making it an invaluable reflection of the literary zeitgeist. Each story stands as a beacon of the creativity and transition within American letters, capturing the socio-political and cultural undercurrents of its time. The contributing authors, heralded for their own unique contributions to literature, bring forth a collective heritage that spans various facets of American life and letters. Their backgrounds, ranging from journalism and literary criticism to fiction writing, offer a rich mosaic of perspectives that are emblematic of the periods literary and cultural movements. The anthology, therefore, not only serves as a showcase of individual mastery but also as a cohesive study of the interplay between historical context and literary innovation. To the discerning reader, The Best Short Stories of 1918, and the Yearbook of the American Short Story represents an unparalleled journey through the landscape of early 20th-century American fiction. It offers not just a literary exploration but a historical immersion, inviting readers to engage with each narrative as a dialogue among diverse yet interconnected voices. This collection not only educates but enriches, urging readers to appreciate the depth and breadth of the art of storytelling as practiced in a pivotal era of American literature. It is an essential anthology for those wishing to delve deeper into the evolution of short stories and their profound impact on the trajectory of American literary tradition.
As one can guess from the title, the following book is an anthology of the stories published in 1920, considered to be the best by the editor of the book, Edward J. O'Brien. Featured titles include the following: 'The Other Woman (Sherwood Anderson)', 'Gargoyle (Edwina Stanton Babock)', and 'Ghitza (Konrad Bercovici)'.
This riveting novel in verse, perfect for fans of Jacqueline Woodson and Toni Morrison, explores American history and race through the eyes of a teenage boy embracing his newfound identity Connor’s grandmother leaves his dad a letter when she dies, and the letter’s confession shakes their tight-knit Italian-American family: The man who raised Dad is not his birth father. But the only clues to this birth father’s identity are a class ring and a pair of pilot’s wings. And so Connor takes it upon himself to investigate—a pursuit that becomes even more pressing when Dad is hospitalized after a stroke. What Connor discovers will lead him and his father to a new, richer understanding of race, identity, and each other.
This volume offers a survey of American short fiction in 59 tales that combine classic works with 'different, unexpected gems', which invite readers to explore a wealth of important pieces by women and minority writers. Authors include: Amy Tan, Alice Adams, David Leavitt and Tim O'Brien.
