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Short Stories from the New Yorker

Pages
440
Published
1940
Language
English

Synopsis

This collection gathers some of the most celebrated short stories to have graced the pages of The New Yorker. Featuring a diverse cast of characters and settings, these tales offer a glimpse into American life and society in the 20th century. From the everyday to the extraordinary, each story presents a unique perspective on the human experience.

Characters

Walter MittyProtagonist
Dorothy ParkerCameo
All characters in Short Stories from the New Yorker

Frequently asked questions

  • Is this the same book as 55 Short Stories from the New Yorker?

    This 1940 collection is a distinct volume that gathers stories from the magazine's first fifteen years, whereas the later 1949 anthology focuses specifically on fiction published between 1940 and 1950.

  • How many stories are included in this 1940 collection?

    The original 1940 edition contains sixty-eight individual short stories selected from the magazine's archives.