The Best Short Stories Of 1917, And The Yearbook Of The American Short Story

By Edward Joseph Harrington O'Brien

Book Overview

A doorway into a pivotal moment in American life. The Best Short Stories Of 1917, And The Yearbook Of The American Short Story gathers writing from war era fiction that captures the texture of a nation under strain and hope. This enduring anthology showcases the craft of early twentieth century america through a carefully curated selection that reflects urban and rural life, wartime experiences, and the quiet bravery of ordinary people. Read as both literature and history, the collection speaks to literary fiction readers and students alike, offering compact, luminous studies in character, atmosphere, and resilience. It's more than entertainment; it's a window into world war i era writers who helped shape modern storytelling and public conversation during a tense, transitional era. Historically significant as a snapshot of american wartime voices and social mood, the volume stands as a touchstone for those exploring 1910s united states literature. It rewards casual readers with vivid scenes and memorable plots, while inviting classic-literature collectors to revisit a landmark period in American letters. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, the book has been restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure for those seeking a comprehensive american short story anthology and a robust student study collection.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354843786
• ISBN13: 9789354843785
• Release Date: July 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 526 Pages
• Weight: 1.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"