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Mary Austin was a novelist and essayist who wrote about Native American culture and social problems.This book contains:- The Land Of Little Rain.- Water Trails Of The Ceriso.- The Scavengers.- The Pocket Hunter.- Shoshone Land.- Jimville.- My Neighbors Field.

Through her different genres of work including childrens stories, poems, and short stories, Mary Wilkins Freeman sought to demonstrate her values as a feminist. During the time which she was writing, she did this in nonconventional ways; for example, she diverged from making her female characters weak and in need of help which was a common trope in literature.Come and enjoy the seven selected short stories of this author.A New England NunAnn Mary; Her Two Thanksgivings Luella Miller Little-Girl-Afraid-of-a-Dog Jimmy Scarecrows Christmas The Gospel According To JoanThe Revolt of "Mother"

Welcome to the 7 Best Short Stories book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors.This edition is dedicated to Mary Noailles Murfree, an American fiction writer of novels and short stories who wrote under the pen name Charles Egbert Craddock. She is considered by many to be Appalachias first significant female writer and her work a necessity for the study of Appalachian literature, although a number of characters in her work reinforce negative stereotypes about the region. She has been favorably compared to Bret Harte and Sarah Orne Jewett, creating post-Civil War American local-color literature.Works selected for this book:The raid of the guerilla; Who crosses storm mountain?; The crucial moment; Una of the hill country; The lost guidon; Wolfs Head; His unquiet ghost. If you appreciate good literature, be sure to check out the other Tacet Books titles!

Alexei Maximovich Peshkov, better known as Maxim Gorky, was a Russian author considered the father of Soviet revolutionary literature and founder of the doctrine of socialist realism. After having a difficult childhood, he roamed across the Russian empire, frequently changing jobs for about fifteen years before he became a successful writer. The experiences he had during those fifteen years deeply influenced his writing. Initially, he wrote stories mainly based on the lives of tramps and social outcasts, and he became known for his naturalistic style of writing. August Nemo selected seven important short stories from this authors vast work:Her LoverOne Autumn NightTwenty Six Men and a GirlThe Dead ManWaiting for the FerryThe BillionaireThe Birth of a Man

Neith Boyce was a Progressive-Era writer who worked in poetry, theater, short stories, novels, and various forms of creative nonfiction. She helped Gertrude Stein to publish Three Lives, cofounded the Provincetown Players theater company, and wrote "The Girl Bachelor," a popular and pioneering column in Vogue about life as a single woman in New York City. Her best-known novel, The Bond (1908), is based on her famously open marriage to the radical journalist Hutchins Hapgood.This book contains:- Two Women.- Sophia.- Molly.- The Blue Hood.- Love in a Dutch Garden.- Navidad.- The Mother.

Welcome to the 7 Best Short Stories book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors. This edition is dedicated to the uruguayan author Nikolai Gogol. Nikolai Gogol was a Russian novelist, short story writer and playwright of Ukrainian origin. All his work is founded on realism, but a realism of his own, with traces of what would become surrealism.Works selected for this book: - The Nose; - The Viy;- The Cloak;- Old-Fashioned Farmers;- The Overcoat;- Memoirs of a Madman;- The Mysterious Portrait.This book also contains biographical comments by William Ralston Shedden-Ralston and William Lyon Phelps.If you appreciate good literature, be sure to check out the other Tacet Books titles!

Otis Adelbert Kline was a songwriter, an adventure novelist and literary agent during the pulp era. Much of his work first appeared in the magazine Weird Tales. Kline was an amateur orientalist and a student of Arabic, like his friend and sometime collaborator, E. Hoffmann Price.The critic August Nemo selected seven short stories by this remarkable author for your enjoyment:- The Corpse on the Third Slab.- The Man from the Moon.- The Cup of Blood.- Mignight Madness.- The Malignant Entity.- The Bird-People.- The Thing of a Thousand Shapes.

Paul Laurence Dunbar was an American poet, novelist, and playwright of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Dunbar began to write stories and verse when still a child; he was president of his high schools literary society. He published his first poems at the age of 16 in a Dayton newspaper.The critic August Nemo selected seven short stories by this remarkable author for your enjoyment:- The Scapegoat.- One Christmas At Shiloh.- The Mission Of Mr. Scatters.- A Matter Of Doctrine.- Old Abes Conversion.- The Race Question.- A Defender Of The Faith.

Discover the literary genius of Ring Lardner in "7 Best Short Stories". This book presents a superb selection of the best stories by the renowned American writer, known for his sharp humor and keen observations on everyday life and the world of sports. With unforgettable characters and engaging plots, Lardner captures the complexities and nuances of human relationships and daily experiences. His ability to combine humor and depth offers the reader a unique literary experience, provoking both laughter and reflection. An essential collection for lovers of fine literature, revealing the unparalleled talent of one of the masters of the short story. Check out the stories in this book: - Haircut: a small towns stories are revealed by a barber as he chats with a customer about past events and local characters. - The Golden Honeymoon: a couple celebrates their 50th wedding anniversary with a trip to Florida, facing challenges and rediscovering their connection. - My Roomy: a baseball player recounts the difficulties of sharing a room with a peculiar roommate who interferes with his game performance. - Horseshoes: rivalries and intense competition emerge during a game of horseshoes, reflecting the competitive life and camaraderie among baseball players. - Harmony: amid the tension of the baseball season, the lack of harmony in the team challenges players and coaches to find a balance to win. - Alibi Ike: Frank Farrell, nicknamed "Alibi Ike", is a baseball player famous for his excuses and justifications for every play, good or bad. - Champion: Midge Kelly, a young boxer, faces challenges and personal struggles as he seeks to establish himself as a champion in the boxing world. If you like short stories, check other books of our collection 7 best short stories and get to know amazing writers of all styles.

Barrs volumes of short stories were often written with an ironic twist in the story with a witty, appealing narrator telling the story. As the detective stories were in evidence, Barr was very successful.We selected seven tales of crime and mystery from this author for your appreciation.- An Alpine Divorce- "And the Rigour of the Game"- Gentlemen: The King!- The Hour and the Man- The Man Who was not on the Passenger List- Which Was the Murderer?- Not According to the Code

This is a collection of the 7 best short stories of one of the most read british authors ever to have been published, Rudyard Kipling. This selection specially chosen by the literary critic August Nemo, contains the following stories:The Mark of the BeastThe Phantom RickshawMowglis Brothers (from the Jungle Book)Kaas Hunting (from the Jungle Book)Tiger! Tiger! (from the Jungle Book)The Strange Ride of Morrowbie JukesThe Man Who Would Be King

Sherwood Andersons prose style was based on everyday speech. Anderson was also one of the first American authors to introduce new insights from psychology, based on Freudian Analysis. His writing had an impact on such notable writers as Ernest Hemingway and William Faulkner, both of whom owe the first publication of their books to his efforts.A Man of IdeasAn AwakeningAn Apology for CrudityHandsThe EggThe Man In The Brown CoatThe Other Woman

It was as a short-story writer that Stacy Aumonier was most highly regarded. Fellow writers stated that some of his short stories were among the best ever written. Rebecca West said of his writing in 1922 that his ability to blend reality with the imaginary was "the envy of all artists."This selection chosen by the critic August Nemocontains the following stories:- A Source of Irritation- Where Was Wych Street?- Burneys Laugh- The Chinese Philosopher and the European War- Cricket- George- "Solemn-Looking Blokes"

Stewart Edward Whitesbooks were popular at a time when America was losing its vanishing wilderness. He was a keen observer of the beauties of nature and human nature, yet could render them in a plain-spoken style. I have salted in humor and sympathy for colorful characters such as canny Indian guides and "greenhorn" campers who carried too much gear. In the film The Ballad Of Buster Scruggs, the Coen brothers, there is an adaptation of the short story The Gal Who Got Rattled that is included in this book.Join us in these seven short stories chosen by the critic August Nemo and have a good reading!- The Girl Who Got Rattled- Billys Tenderfoot- The River-Boss- The Saving Grace- The Strange Ride of Morrowbie Jukes- The Girl in Red- The Fifth Way

Susan Glaspell was highly regarded in her time, and was well known as a Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright. Her short stories were regularly printed in the eras top periodicals, and her New York Times obituary states that she was "one of the nations most widely-read novelists." With major achievements in drama, novel, and short fiction, Glaspell is often cited as a "prime example" of an overlooked female writer deserving canonization.This selection specially chosen by the literary critic August Nemo, contains the following stories: His Smile"Government Goat"A Jury of Her PeersThe Anarchist: His Dog "One of Those Impossible Americans"At Twilight From A to Z

T. S. Arthur had great importance in popularizing the temperance movement - which criticized the abusive consumption of alcohol and denounced its harmful effects on the individual and society. The author has had a lot of prestige in his time and reading it helps us to understand the historical context and the events that culminated, for example, in the Dry Law promulgated in 1919.We selected seven short stories that illustrate the style and values defended by this influential author.An Angel in DisguiseAmys QuestionDressed for a PartyThe Two HusbandsThe Brilliant and the CommonplaceOther Peoples EyesThe Fatal Error

Théophile Gautierinfluence was strongly felt in the period of changing sensibilities in French literaturefrom the early Romantic period to the aestheticism and naturalism of the end of the 19th century.This selection chosen by the critic August Nemocontains the following stories:- Clarimonde- The Mummys Foot- One Of Cleopatras Night- Omphale: A Rococo Story- King Candaules- Arria Marcella- The Romance of a Mummy

Dive into the mesmerizing world of Virginia Woolf, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. In this collection, Woolf delicately unravels the threads of human consciousness, capturing fleeting moments, hidden desires, and the profound mysteries of existence. Her masterful use of stream-of-consciousness invites readers to explore haunted houses, lush gardens, and the deepest landscapes of the mind. Each story takes you on a journey where time bends, and the smallest details unlock lifes deepest truths. A must-read for those eager to experience life from Woolfs timeless and unique perspective. This collection includes: A Haunted House: A ghostly couple wanders through a house in search of a hidden treasure. As echoes of the past resound, mysteries shroud the house, and its silent shadows hold untold secrets. Kew Gardens: In a vibrant garden, lives intertwine, revealing memories, desires, and hidden secrets, scattered through conversations and natures slow rhythms. An Unwritten Novel: During a train journey, a woman imagines the life of another passenger. Through silent thoughts and speculative dialogues, she delves into the mysteries of human existence. Solid Objects: After a heated argument, one of two friends becomes fascinated by a piece of glass found on a beach. This obsession with discarded objects transforms his life, diverting him from a once-promising future. The Mark on the Wall: While staring at a mark on the wall, the narrator embarks on a series of reflections about life, time, and perception. What seems simple reveals far more than expected. Mrs. Dalloway in Bond Street: While shopping for gloves, Mrs. Dalloway reflects on life, encounters, and memories, immersed in the pulse of London. Every mundane detail stirs deep recollections. The Lady in the Looking Glass: Isabellas life, reflected in a mirror, appears fascinating and mysterious. But as her image sharpens, the truth about her inner emptiness comes to light.

Wilhelm Hauff was a German poet and novelist best known for his fairy tales. Considering his brief life, Hauff was an extraordinarily prolific writer. The freshness and originality of his talent, his inventiveness, and his genial humour have won him a high place among the southern German prose writers of the early nineteenth century.This book contains:- The Severed Hand.- The Cold Heart.- The Little Glass Man.- The Story Of The Caliph Stork.- The Story Of Little Muck.- Nose, The Dwarf.- How The Stories Were Found.

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1923, Willa Cather is one of the most famous voices of American Literary Regionalism. His favorite scenario is Maine and his characters are the pioneers whose work helped shape the identity of America.The critic August Nemo selected seven short stories from this essential author of American literature:A Burglars ChristmasA Wagner MatineeOn the Gulls RoadPauls CaseThe Enchanted BluffThe NamesakeThe Garden Lodge