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100 World's Greatest Short Stories: Collectable Edition
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ISBN10: 9388810546
ISBN13: 9789388810548
Publisher: Fingerprint
Published: Feb 1 2019
Pages: 568
Weight: 0.79
Height: 1.50 Width: 5.00 Depth: 7.70
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789388810548
Publisher: Fingerprint
Published: Feb 1 2019
Pages: 568
Weight: 0.79
Height: 1.50 Width: 5.00 Depth: 7.70
Language: English
From haunting tales of the human psyche to charming slices of everyday life, 100 World's Greatest Short Stories is a celebration of storytelling at its finest. Curated from the pens of literary masters like Anton Chekhov, Edgar Allan Poe, Mark Twain, O. Henry, Oscar Wilde, and more, this collectible edition offers timeless narratives that span cultures, emotions, and eras. Each story is a gateway--into mystery, wit, tragedy, irony, and revelation. Whether you're rediscovering old favorites or encountering literary gems for the first time, this volume is a treasure trove for readers who crave depth in small doses.
Step into a world of brilliance, one short story at a time.
- Explore a rich variety of themes: love, death, mystery, betrayal, irony, justice, and hope.
- Delve into masterful storytelling by legendary authors from the U.S., Russia, France, England, and beyond.
- Experience emotional impact in compact form, perfect for daily reading or thoughtful reflection.
- Discover a collector's edition with quality paper, clean typesetting, and a portable format for reading on the go.
- Celebrate the beauty of brevity through powerful narratives that linger in the mind long after the final page.
Themes Explored
- Love and Loss
- Morality and Justice
- Irony and Satire
- War and Peace
- Death and the Afterlife
- Freedom and Oppression
- Identity and Self-Discovery
- Poverty and Wealth
- Human Nature
- Fate and Free Will
- Isolation and Connection
- Coming of Age
- Survival and Resilience
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