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The Story and Its Writer – Ninth Edition assembles an impressive array of short stories by authors such as Chinua Achebe, Mark Twain, Anton Chekhov, Virginia Pope, Gabriel García Marquez, and many others. Spanning continents and centuries, the collection includes classics like “The Lottery” and “The Yellow Wallpaper”, alongside modern works such as “The Lesson” and “Interpreter of Maladies”. The anthology showcases a breadth of themes, styles, and cultural perspectives, making it a valuable resource for students and readers interested in the evolution of short fiction.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Psychology/General Psychology
Authors: Ann Charters
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