The British Short Story

by Andrew Maunder, Ruth Robbins, Emma Liggins

Book Overview

The short story remains a crucial - if neglected - part of British literary heritage. This accessible and up-to-date critical overview maps out the main strands and figures that shaped the British short story and novella from the 1850s to the present. It offers new readings of both classic and forgotten texts in a clear, jargon-free way.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0230551718
• ISBN13: 9780230551718
• Release Date: November 2010
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.4" x 8.4"