The Best British Short Stories of 1922 by John Cournos et al.

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Editor Cournos, John, 1881-1966
Editor O'Brien, Edward J. (Edward Joseph), 1890-1941
Contributor Aumonier, Stacy, 1887-1928
Contributor Beresford, J. D. (John Davys), 1873-1947
Contributor Blackwood, Algernon, 1869-1951
Contributor Brighouse, Harold, 1882-1958
Contributor Caine, William, 1873-1925
Contributor Coppard, A. E. (Alfred Edgar), 1878-1957
Contributor Crompton, Richmal, 1890-1969
Contributor De la Mare, Walter, 1873-1956
Contributor Easton, Dorothy, 1889-
Contributor Edginton, May, 1883-1957
Contributor Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933
Contributor Graham, Alan
Contributor Horn, Holloway, 1886-
Contributor Kenney, Rowland
Contributor Langbridge, Rosamond, 1880-1964
Contributor Malet, Lucas, 1852-1931
Contributor Mordaunt, Elinor, 1877?-1942
Contributor Moult, Thomas, 1893-1974
Contributor Pemberton, Max, 1863-1950
Contributor Pertwee, Roland, 1885-1963
Contributor Sinclair, May, 1863-1946
Contributor Stern, G. B. (Gladys Bronwyn), 1890-1973
Contributor Truscott, L. Parry
Contributor Walpole, Hugh, 1884-1941
Title The Best British Short Stories of 1922
Note Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note See also abridged version PG#22319 pub. in Boston
Contents Where was Wych Street? -- The looking-glass -- The olive -- Once a hero -- "The pensioner" -- Broadsheet ballad -- The Christmas present -- Seaton's aunt -- The reaper -- The song -- A hedonist -- The Bat and Belfry Inn -- The lie -- A girl in it -- The backstairs of the mind -- The birth of a masterpiece -- "Genius" -- The devil to pay -- Empty arms -- Lena Wrace -- The dice thrower -- The stranger woman -- The woman who sat still -- Major Wilbraham.
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Summary "The Best British Short Stories of 1922" by John Cournos et al. is a collection of short stories edited within the early 20th century. The compilation showcases the finest narratives published in British and Irish periodicals during a specific timeframe, preserving notable contributions to the art of the short story from that era. The collection includes a variety of tales that span different themes and styles, reflecting the social and cultural dynamics of the time. The opening of the book presents an introduction by John Cournos, which reveals the thought process behind curating the anthology. He discusses the evolution of the short story form and the challenges it faces in modern literature. He notes that many contemporary narratives often lack sufficient substance and form, and emphasizes the importance of both elements in crafting a compelling story. The introduction sets a contemplative tone as Cournos invites readers to reflect on the nature of storytelling, which continues into the subsequent selections of stories featured in the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Short stories, English
Category Text
EBook-No. 9363
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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