The Best American Short Stories 1971

Name: The Best American Short Stories 1971
ISBN: 9780395127094

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1971404 pagesHoughton Mifflin

This anthology collects the best American short stories published in 1971, featuring a diverse array of voices and narratives. It includes works from acclaimed authors such as Russell Banks, Hal Bennett, William Eastlake, Wright Morris, and Tillie Olsen. Each story offers a unique glimpse into the human experience, reflecting the literary landscape of the early 1970s.

Avg. reading time: 7h 24m
Prose complexity: 7/10

Thought-Provoking Complex Reflective

Jack Cady

Jack Cady is the author of the horror novel Prime Evil. He writes stories that get under your skin.

Robert Canzoneri

Robert Canzoneri is a short story writer. His work was featured in The Best American Short Stories 1971, showcasing his contributions to American short fiction.

William Eastlake

William Eastlake was a writer of novels and short stories, with work appearing in "The Best American Short Stories 1971." He is known for titles like "The bronc people" and "Go in beauty," often exploring the American West, alongside "Portrait of an artist with twenty-six horses" and "The bamboo bed.

Wright Morris

American photographer and novelist

Tillie Olsen

Tillie Olsen's work, including Prentice Hall Literature--Timeless Voices, Timeless Themes--Platinum, offers readers a rich exploration of literary themes. She's a writer whose selections help bring classic and contemporary voices to life.

Literary Fiction

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