American short stories
Selected and edited with an introductory essay on the short story by Charles Sears BaldwinBy Various
Length11h 15m
About this audiobook
American Short Stories is a curated anthology that captures the essence of American literary tradition through a diverse array of voices and narrative techniques. Spanning multiple genres and periods, this collection features stories that reflect the complexities of the American experience, highlighting themes such as identity, society, and the human condition. The literary style ranges from the realist depictions of everyday life to the fantastical, showcasing a wide range of stylistic approaches that contribute to the richness of American literature. This anthology also situates itself within a broader literary context, exploring how these stories interact with historical and cultural shifts in the United States. The authors featured in this anthology represent a diverse group of writers whose backgrounds and experiences inform their storytelling. From canonical figures like Edgar Allan Poe and Kate Chopin to contemporary voices, the collection reflects the evolution of American narrative form. The selection illustrates the authors' engagement with the societal issues of their times, as well as their individual artistic pursuits, creating a tapestry of perspectives that speak to the multifaceted nature of American identity. I highly recommend "American Short Stories" to anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of American literature. This anthology not only serves as an introduction to key stories and authors but also invites readers to explore the profound themes and styles that shape the American narrative legacy. It is an essential read for students, educators, and enthusiasts of literature alike.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Literary Classics
Length11 hrs 15 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 2, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
20NATHANIEL PARKER WILLIS 1806–1867
2I. THE TALE IN AMERICA BEFORE 1835
21THE INLET OF PEACH BLOSSOMS
3II. POE’S INVENTION OF THE SHORT STORY
22CAROLINE MATILDA STANSBURY KIRKLAND 1801–1864
4III. A GLANCE AT DERIVATION ANCIENT TALES, MEDIÆVAL TALES, THE MODERN FRENCH SHORT STORY
23THE BEE-TREE
5PART I THE TENTATIVE PERIOD WASHINGTON IRVING 1783–1859
24FITZ-JAMES O’BRIEN 1828–1862
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6RIP VAN WINKLE A POSTHUMOUS WRITING OF DIEDRICH KNICKERBOCKER
25WHAT WAS IT? A MYSTERY
7WILLIAM AUSTIN 1778–1841
26FRANCIS BRET HARTE 1839–1902
8PETER RUGG, THE MISSING MAN
27THE OUTCASTS OF POKER FLAT
9JAMES HALL 1793–1868
28ALBERT FALVEY WEBSTER 1848–1876
10THE FRENCH VILLAGE
29I
11ALBERT PIKE 1809–1891
30II
12THE INROAD OF THE NABAJO
31BAYARD TAYLOR 1825–1878
13PART II THE PERIOD OF THE NEW FORM
32WHO WAS SHE?
14NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE 1804–1864
33HENRY CUYLER BUNNER 1855–1896
15THE WHITE OLD MAID
34THE LOVE-LETTERS OF SMITH
16HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW 1807–1882
35HAROLD FREDERIC 1856–1898
17THE NOTARY OF PÉRIGUEUX
36THE EVE OF THE FOURTH
18EDGAR ALLAN POE 1809–1849
37BIBLIOGRAPHICAL NOTE
19THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER
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