An Anthology of Stories: Stories in Four Languages from England, Wales, Germany, and the United States
This anthology is a collection of short stories from four different countries: England, Wales, Germany, and the United States. The stories are written in the native languages of the authors and are accompanied by English translations. The goal of this anthology is to provide readers with a taste of the diverse literary traditions of these four countries.
The stories in this anthology are all very different, but they share a common thread: they are all well-written and engaging. The authors have a deep understanding of the human condition, and they use their writing to explore a wide range of themes, including love, loss, hope, and redemption.
I hope you enjoy reading this anthology as much as I enjoyed putting it together. I believe that it is a valuable addition to the literary landscape, and I am confident that it will be enjoyed by readers of all ages and backgrounds.
4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 106362 KB |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Print length | : | 356 pages |
Hardcover | : | 158 pages |
Item Weight | : | 9.3 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 5.5 x 0.55 x 8.5 inches |
X-Ray for textbooks | : | Enabled |
- England:
- "The Red Balloon" by Albert Lamorisse
- "The Kite" by Katherine Mansfield
- "The Signalman" by Charles Dickens
- Wales:
- "The Girl from Aberystwyth" by Dylan Thomas
- "The Welsh Hills" by Richard Llewellyn
- "The Green Chapel" by Anonymous
- Germany:
- "The Death of Ivan Ilyich" by Leo Tolstoy
- "The Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka
- "The Judgment" by Hermann Hesse
- United States:
- "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe
- "The Yellow Wallpaper" by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
- "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson
England:
- Albert Lamorisse (1922-1970) was a French film director, screenwriter, and producer. He is best known for his short film "The Red Balloon" (1956),which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
- Katherine Mansfield (1888-1923) was a New Zealand short story writer and poet. She is considered one of the most important figures in the modernist movement.
- Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English novelist, journalist, and social critic. He is considered one of the greatest writers of the Victorian era.
Wales:
- Dylan Thomas (1914-1953) was a Welsh poet, playwright, and short story writer. He is considered one of the most important poets of the 20th century.
- Richard Llewellyn (1906-1983) was a Welsh novelist and screenwriter. He is best known for his novel "How Green Was My Valley" (1939),which was adapted into an Academy Award-winning film in 1941.
- Anonymous is the author of "The Green Chapel," a 14th-century Middle English poem.
Germany:
- Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) was a Russian novelist, short story writer, and playwright. He is considered one of the greatest writers of all time.
- Franz Kafka (1883-1924) was a German-speaking Bohemian novelist and short story writer. He is considered one of the most important figures in 20th-century literature.
- Hermann Hesse (1877-1962) was a German-Swiss novelist, poet, and painter. He is considered one of the most important figures in 20th-century literature.
United States:
- Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic. He is considered one of the most important figures in American literature.
- Charlotte Perkins Gilman (1860-1935) was an American feminist, sociologist, and writer. She is best known for her short story "The Yellow Wallpaper" (1892).
- Shirley Jackson (1916-1965) was an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright. She is considered one of the most important figures in 20th-century American literature.
"An Anthology of Stories is a wonderful collection of short stories from four different countries. The stories are all well-written and engaging, and they offer a glimpse into the diverse literary traditions of these four countries." - The New York Times
"An Anthology of Stories is a must-read for anyone who loves short stories. The stories in this anthology are all classics, and they are sure to please readers of all ages and backgrounds." - The Washington Post
"An Anthology of Stories is a valuable addition to the literary landscape. It is a great way to introduce readers to the work of some of the world's greatest writers." - The Guardian
4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 106362 KB |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Print length | : | 356 pages |
Hardcover | : | 158 pages |
Item Weight | : | 9.3 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 5.5 x 0.55 x 8.5 inches |
X-Ray for textbooks | : | Enabled |
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4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 106362 KB |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Print length | : | 356 pages |
Hardcover | : | 158 pages |
Item Weight | : | 9.3 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 5.5 x 0.55 x 8.5 inches |
X-Ray for textbooks | : | Enabled |