Maxim Lieber is the editor behind Great Short Stories of the World, a collection that brings together compelling narratives from across the globe. He has a knack for finding stories that stick with you long after you've turned the last page.
Great Short Stories of the World

Great Short Stories of the World
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1941 · 1106 pages · Spring Books
Synopsis
Journey through the annals of storytelling with this expansive collection of short stories from across the globe and throughout history. From ancient myths and biblical tales to classic fables and medieval legends, discover a world of diverse narratives. This anthology offers a rich literary experience, showcasing the enduring power of human imagination and the universal themes that connect us all.
- Avg. reading time
- 20h 48m
- Prose complexity
- 7/10
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Charles Dickens, was the most popular English novelist of the Victorian era, and one of the most popular of all time. He created some of literature's most iconic characters, with the theme of social reform running throughout his work. The continuing popularity of his novels and short stories is such that they have never gone out of print. ([Source][1].) [1]:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Dickens
Russian novelist Fyodor Mikhailovitch Dostoyevsky was a journalist and short-story writer, whose psychological penetration into the human soul profoundly influenced the 20th century novel. Dostoevsky's novels have much autobiographical elements, but ultimately they deal with moral and philosophical questions. He presented interacting characters with contrasting views or ideas about freedom of choice, Socialism, atheisms, good and evil, happiness and so forth. Dostoevsky's central obsession was G...
Anton Pavlovich Chekhov (Russian: Антон Павлович Чехов) was a Russian playwright and short-story writer who is considered to be one of the greatest writers of all time. His career as a playwright produced four classics, and his best short stories are held in high esteem by writers and critics. Along with Henrik Ibsen and August Strindberg, Chekhov is often referred to as one of the three seminal figures in the birth of early modernism in the theatre. Chekhov was a physician by profession. "Medic...
Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American novelist and short story writer. Nathaniel Hawthorne was a 19th century American novelist and short story writer. He is seen as a key figure in the development of American literature for his tales of the nation's colonial history. Shortly after graduating from Bowdoin College, Hathorne changed his name to Hawthorne. Hawthorne anonymously published his first work, a novel titled Fanshawe, in 1828. In 1837, he published Twice-Told Tales and became engaged...
Edgar Allan Poe was an American writer, poet, editor and literary critic, considered part of the American Romantic Movement. Best known for his tales of mystery and the macabre, Poe was one of the earliest American practitioners of the short story and is considered the inventor of the detective-fiction genre. He is further credited with contributing to the emerging genre of science fiction.[1] He was the first well-known American writer to try to earn a living through writing alone, resulting in...
Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was a prolific American author and humorist. Twain is best known for his novels Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1884), which has been called "the Great American Novel", and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876). He is extensively quoted. Twain was a friend to presidents, artists, industrialists, and European royalty. ([Source][1].) [1]:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Twain
Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce was an American editorialist, journalist, short story writer, fabulist, and satirist.
Theodore Dreiser was a major American novelist of the early 20th century. He's best known for his powerful social realism, particularly in his novel An American Tragedy. Dreiser's work often explored the struggles of ordinary people against societal forces.
Barrett Harper Clark
Clark And Lieber are the editors behind Great Short Stories of the World, a collection that showcases the best of short fiction. They have a knack for finding stories that stick with you long after you've turned the last page.
Gerda Charles was a writer whose talent for short fiction shone brightly. Her collection, Great Short Stories of the World, showcases her skill in crafting memorable narratives.
Barrett H. Clark and Maxim Lieber brought together "Great Short Stories of the World," a collection showcasing their keen eye for compelling narratives. They were known for their work in gathering and presenting classic short fiction.
Barrett H. and Maxim Lieber Clark are the editors behind Great Short Stories of the World. This collection showcases their keen eye for compelling narratives across various genres. They've curated a selection that's sure to introduce readers to some fantastic fiction.
Barrett H. Clark and Maxim Lieber brought together a fantastic collection in Great Short Stories of the World. They're known for their work in curating classic short fiction.
Barrett H. and Maxim Lieber Clark are the editors behind the collection Great Short Stories of the World. This anthology showcases a wide range of fiction from across the globe.
Clark & Lieber are the editors behind Great Short Stories of the World. They've curated a fantastic collection of fiction from across the globe. If you enjoy well-crafted short fiction, you'll find a lot to love here.
Barrett Harper Clark curated Great Short Stories of the World, a collection that showcases the breadth of global storytelling. He has a knack for bringing together diverse voices and styles for readers to explore.
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Edition
Great Short Stories of the WorldUnknown, 1965
1106 pages
Spring BooksLanguage: English5 editions available































