The American Short Story
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""The American Short Story"" by C. Alphonso Smith is a comprehensive guide to the history and development of the short story in America. The book covers the major writers and movements that have shaped the genre, from Washington Irving and Edgar Allan Poe to Ernest Hemingway and Flannery O'Connor. It also examines the themes and techniques that are common to the American short story, such as the use of regional dialects, the exploration of social issues, and the importance of character development. In addition, the book includes a selection of short stories by some of the most influential American writers, providing readers with a firsthand experience of the genre's diversity and power. Overall, ""The American Short Story"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the rich and varied tradition of American fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1163703583
ISBN13:9781163703588
Release Date:September 2010
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:58 Pages
Weight:0.20 lbs.
Dimensions:0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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