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The Best American Short Stories 1971

The Best American Short Stories 1971

and the Yearbook of the American Short Story
Literary FictionShort Stories
Pages
404
Published
1971
Language
English

Synopsis

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.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingComplexReflective
Multiple POVs

Genres

Literary Fiction Short Stories

Authors

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Jack Cady

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

Characters

Dotson GerberProtagonist
Officer FergersonProtagonist
Xavier FereiraProtagonist
The KlausnersProtagonist
All characters in The Best American Short Stories 1971