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The Oxford Book Of American Short Stories,New
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In The Oxford Book Of American Short Stories, Joyce Carol Oates Offers A Sweeping Survey Of American Short Fiction, In A Collection Of Nearly Sixty Tales That Combines Classic Works With Many 'Different, Unexpected' Gems, And That Invites Readers To Explore A Wealth Of Important Pieces By Women And Minority Writers.Some Selections Simply Can'T Be Improved On, Oates Admits, And She Happily Includes Such Timehonored Works As Irving'S 'Rip Van Winkle' And Poe'S 'The Telltale Heart.' But Alongside These Oftenanthologized Tales, Oates Introduces Such Littleknown Stories As Mark Twain'S 'Cannibalism In The Cars,' A Work That Reveals A Darker Side To His Humor. From Melville Come The Juxtaposed Tales 'The Paradise Of Bachelors And The Tartarus Of Maids,' Of Which Oates Says, 'Only Melville Could Have Fashioned Out Of 'Real' Events...Such Harrowing And Dreamlike Allegorical Fiction.' The Reader Will Also Delight In The Range Of Authors Found Here, From Charles W. Chesnutt, Jean Toomer, And Sarah Orne Jewett, To William Carlos Williams, Kate Chopin, And Langston Hughes, To Ray Bradbury, H.P. Lovecraft, And Stephen King.For The Second Edition, Oates Has Introduced A Wide Range Of New Stories From Writers Who Represent The State Of American Literature Today. These New Works Include Lorrie Moore'S 'How To Become A Writer,' Richard Ford'S 'Under The Radar,' Junot Diaz'S 'Edison, New Jersey,' David Foster Wallace'S 'Good People,' Philip Roth'S 'Defender Of The Faith,' And Amy Hempel'S 'Today Will Be A Quiet Day.' As In The Original Volume, Oates Provides Fascinating Introductions To Each Writer, Blending Biographical Information With Her Own Trenchant Observations About Their Work. In Addition, She Has Written A New Preface That Contemplates Our Shifting Literary Culture, And Has Revised Her Introductory Essay To The First Edition, In Which She Offers The Fruit Of Years Of Reflection On A Genre In Which She Herself Is A Master.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the main themes explored in The Oxford Book of American Short Stories? A: The Oxford Book of American Short Stories covers a range of themes including identity, culture, and the human experience, showcasing diverse perspectives from women and minority writers.
- Q: Who is the editor of The Oxford Book of American Short Stories? A: The book is edited by Joyce Carol Oates, a renowned author and literary figure.
- Q: How many stories are included in this anthology? A: The anthology features nearly sixty tales from various authors, offering a comprehensive look at American short fiction.
- Q: Is The Oxford Book of American Short Stories suitable for students? A: Yes, this book is suitable for students as it provides a wide range of classic and contemporary stories, along with insightful introductions by the editor.
- Q: What is the publication date of The Oxford Book of American Short Stories? A: The second edition of the book was published on August 28, 2012.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The Oxford Book of American Short Stories is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does The Oxford Book of American Short Stories have? A: The book contains 896 pages, making it a substantial anthology.
- Q: Are there new stories in the second edition of this anthology? A: Yes, the second edition includes a variety of new stories from contemporary authors that reflect the current state of American literature.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition.
- Q: Can I find works from classic authors in this anthology? A: Yes, the anthology features classic works from authors such as Washington Irving, Edgar Allan Poe, and Herman Melville, alongside modern writers.