First published 2018
This anthology brings together short stories that have demonstrated their lasting power with readers. Bjørnson does not claim these ten tales represent the absolute finest ever written, nor does he trace the complete evolution of short fiction. Instead, he draws from stories that have earned their place among the greatest through proven appeal. The collection opens with an introduction that covers the key elements of short story history, the qualities that make stories effective, and how writers construct them. Readers encounter both celebrated narratives and Bjørnson's insights into what makes short fiction work. The book serves writers seeking to understand the form and readers wanting to experience stories that have stood the test of time.
Genres: fiction, literature, short-stories, anthologies, 20th-century, 19th-century
Vibes: emotional-atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: literary-fiction
Period: 19th-Century, 20th-Century
286 pages · Paperback · Createspace Independent Pub