International Short Stories: American
A Tapestry of American Voices: Diverse Short Stories from Various AuthorsBy Various
Length10h 1m
About this audiobook
"International Short Stories: American" presents a compelling anthology that captures the diverse tapestry of American voices through the lens of short fiction. This collection brings together various writers who explore themes central to the American experience'Äîidentity, culture, ambition, and the complexity of social dynamics. Stylistically, the book features a range of narrative techniques, from realist portrayals to magical realism, thus reflecting the rich literary context in which these authors operate. The juxtaposition of different backgrounds and perspectives highlights how American culture is a mosaic of stories that resonate with universal truths yet remain rooted in specific locales. The contributors to this anthology are a broad assembly of authors, showcasing both established and emerging talent in American literature. The selection emphasizes the multicultural fabric of the country, including voices from diverse ethnic backgrounds who have historically been underrepresented. Their unique insights and life experiences inform their narratives, allowing for a profound exploration of what it means to be American in contemporary society. Readers seeking a deeper engagement with the complexities of identity and culture in America will find "International Short Stories: American" an enlightening read. This anthology not only celebrates the art of short storytelling but also encourages readers to reflect on their own narratives within the wider American context, making it an essential addition to any literary collection.
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Rating★★★★ 3.8 (22)
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GenreGeneral Fiction
Length10 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 21, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1EDITED BY WILLIAM PATTEN A NEW COLLECTION OF FAMOUS EXAMPLES FROM THE LITERATURES OF ENGLAND, FRANCE AND AMERICA
2AMERICAN: P F COLLIER & SON NEW YORK
3AMERICAN STORIES
4THE PROPHETIC PICTURES[1]
5THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW
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6(FOUND AMONG THE PAPERS OF THE LATE DIEDRICH KNICKERBOCKER)
7POSTSCRIPT
8FOUND IN THE HANDWRITING OF MR. KNICKERBOCKER
9THE GOLD-BUG
10CORPORAL FLINT'S MURDER
11UNCLE JIM AND UNCLE BILLY
12THE NOTARY OF PERIGUEUX
13THE WIDOW'S CRUISE
14THE COUNT AND THE WEDDING GUEST
15MISS TOOKER'S WEDDING GIFT
16I
17II
18III
19IV
20THE FABLE OF THE TWO MANDOLIN PLAYERS AND THE WILLING PERFORMER
21THE FABLE OF THE PREACHER WHO FLEW HIS KITE, BUT NOT BECAUSE HE WISHED TO DO SO
22THE SHADOWS ON THE WALL
23MAJOR PERDUE'S BARGAIN
24A KENTUCKY CINDERELLA
25I
26II
27III
28A MEMORABLE NIGHT
29CHAPTER I
30CHAPTER II
31CHAPTER III
32THE MAN FROM RED DOG
33JEAN MICHAUD'S LITTLE SHIP
34THOSE OLD LUNES! OR, WHICH IS THE MADMAN?
35CHAPTER I
36CHAPTER II
37CHAPTER III
38CHAPTER IV
39CHAPTER V
40CHAPTER VI
41THE CHIROPODIST
42PROFESSOR HURLBUT, Chiropodist To her Majesty Queen Victoria, and the Nobility of Great Britain.
43PROFESSOR HURLBUT, Chiropodist To her Majesty Queen Victoria, and the Nobility of Great Britain.
44"MR. DOOLEY ON CORPORAL PUNISHMENT"
45OVER A WOOD FIRE: DONALD G. MITCHELL
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