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Reflecting today's growing emphasis on multiculturalism, the second edition of this remarkably successful anthology offers twelve additional contributions from the new generation of writers currently revitalizing the short story form, including Amy Tan, Bharati Mukherjee, R.K. Narayan, Stephen Milhauser, Ellen Gilchrist, and Patrick McGrath. Organized around the successive stages of humanity's most durable myth, the hero's quest narrative pattern delineated by renowned mythologist Joseph Campbell, this edition offers a summary and explication of Campbell's analysis of the quest motif, a new biographical introduction to Campbell's life and work, and a section of concise biographical entries on each of the fifty authors.As in the earlier edition, the quality and quantity of the selections give instructors the freedom to present the stories in whatever order and structure they choose. For those who wish to take advantage of the anthology's thematic organization, the editors provide questions for discussion and possible writing assignments that do not sacrifice the comprehensive diversity of the selections or their identity as distinctive works of literature open to various interpretations. A highly accessible introduction to the technical aspects of the close analysis of fiction, this text also offers a number of special features: two supplementary tables of contents, one organized by alternate themes, and one by the traditional elements of fiction; an introductory essay defining those technical elements and including a sample analysis of one the stories in the anthology; and a glossary of critical terms.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Discoveries: Fifty Stories of the Quest'? A: The main theme of 'Discoveries: Fifty Stories of the Quest' revolves around the hero's quest narrative, exploring various interpretations of this enduring myth through diverse short stories.
- Q: Who are some authors featured in this anthology? A: This anthology includes works from notable authors such as Amy Tan, Bharati Mukherjee, R.K. Narayan, Stephen Milhauser, Ellen Gilchrist, and Patrick McGrath.
- Q: Is this edition different from the first edition? A: Yes, the second edition includes twelve additional contributions and provides a summary of Joseph Campbell's analysis of the hero's quest, along with a new introduction and biographical entries on the authors.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 672 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What year was 'Discoveries: Fifty Stories of the Quest' published? A: The anthology was published on October 29, 1992.
- Q: Can this book be used for classroom discussions? A: Yes, the anthology includes discussion questions and writing assignments, making it suitable for classroom use.
- Q: What kind of stories can I expect to find in this anthology? A: Readers can expect a variety of multicultural short stories that reflect contemporary themes and styles, showcasing the revitalization of the short story form.
- Q: Does the anthology include any special features? A: Yes, it includes supplementary tables of contents organized by themes and elements of fiction, as well as a glossary of critical terms.
- Q: What audience is this book suitable for? A: This anthology is suitable for students, educators, and anyone interested in exploring diverse short stories within the framework of the hero's quest.