Great Short Novels Of The World
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Book: Good
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A landmark anthology of world literature, Great Short Novels of the World presents a sweeping collection of novellas and short novels drawn from diverse cultures and literary traditions, assembled under the editorial vision of Barrett H. Clark. The volume gathers celebrated works from European, American, and Asian masters, illustrating the remarkable range of human storytelling across centuries and continents. Clark's careful curation argues for the novella as a distinct and powerful literary form — one capable of achieving the depth of a full novel within a tightly controlled narrative scope. Each selection chronicles a unique facet of the human condition, from romance and tragedy to social critique and philosophical inquiry, rendered in tones that shift from the lyrical to the starkly realist. This essential compendium remains an invaluable resource for readers and scholars alike who seek a rich, cross-cultural survey of the short novel at its finest.
Author: Barrett H. Clark
Format: Hardback
Published: 1935, Home Entertainment Library
Genre: Anthology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Foxing on block - does not extend internally. Usual aging. Shelf wear.
A landmark anthology of world literature, Great Short Novels of the World presents a sweeping collection of novellas and short novels drawn from diverse cultures and literary traditions, assembled under the editorial vision of Barrett H. Clark. The volume gathers celebrated works from European, American, and Asian masters, illustrating the remarkable range of human storytelling across centuries and continents. Clark's careful curation argues for the novella as a distinct and powerful literary form — one capable of achieving the depth of a full novel within a tightly controlled narrative scope. Each selection chronicles a unique facet of the human condition, from romance and tragedy to social critique and philosophical inquiry, rendered in tones that shift from the lyrical to the starkly realist. This essential compendium remains an invaluable resource for readers and scholars alike who seek a rich, cross-cultural survey of the short novel at its finest.