Short Story Classics (American) By: William Patten (1868-1936)
Short Story Classics (American) by William Patten is a fantastic collection of some of the most iconic American short stories. From the suspenseful "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson to the humorous "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" by Mark Twain, this anthology showcases the diversity and talent of American writers. The editor, William Patten, has done a wonderful job of selecting stories that highlight the unique voices and styles of each author. The stories are engaging and thought-provoking, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in American literature. Overall, Short Story Classics (American) is a well-curated collection that captures the essence of American storytelling. Whether you are a fan of classic literature or just looking for some great short stories to enjoy, this book is sure to entertain and inspire. First Page: SHORT STORY CLASSICS (AMERICAN) VOLUME TWO EDITED BY WILLIAM PATTEN WITH AN INTRODUCTION AND NOTES P. F. COLLIER & SON NEW YORK COPYRIGHT 1905 BY P. F. COLLIER & SON The use of the copyrighted stories in this collection has been authorized in every instance by the authors or their representatives. CONTENTS VOLUME II THE BRIGADE COMMANDER J. W. DEFOREST WHO WAS SHE? BAYARD TAYLOR MADEMOISELLE OLYMPE ZABRISKI THOMAS BAILEY ALDRICH BROTHER SEBASTIAN'S FRIENDSHIP HAROLD FREDERIC A GOOD FOR NOTHING HJALMAR HJORTH BOYESEN THE IDYL OF RED GULCH BRET HARTE CRUTCH, THE PAGE GEORGE ALFRED TOWNSEND ("GATH") IN EACH OTHER'S SHOES GEORGE PARSONS LATHROP THE DENVER EXPRESS A. A. HAYES JAUNE D'ANTIMOINE THOMAS ALLIBONE JANVIER OLE 'STRACTED THOMAS NELSON PAGE OUR CONSUL AT CARLSRUHE F. J. STIMSON ("J. S. OF DALE") THE BRIGADE COMMANDER BY J. W. DE FOREST John William De Forest (born March 36, 1826, in Seymour, Ct.) at the outbreak of the Rebellion abandoned a promising career as a historian and writer of books of travel to enlist in the Union army. He served throughout the entire war, first as captain, then as major, and so acquired a thorough knowledge of military tactics and the psychology of our war which enabled him, on his return to civil life, to write the best war stories of his generation... Continue reading book >>

Short Story Classics (American) By: William Patten (1868-1936)

Short Story Classics (American) by William Patten is a fantastic collection of some of the most iconic American short stories. From the suspenseful "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson to the humorous "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" by Mark Twain, this anthology showcases the diversity and talent of American writers.

The editor, William Patten, has done a wonderful job of selecting stories that highlight the unique voices and styles of each author. The stories are engaging and thought-provoking, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in American literature.

Overall, Short Story Classics (American) is a well-curated collection that captures the essence of American storytelling. Whether you are a fan of classic literature or just looking for some great short stories to enjoy, this book is sure to entertain and inspire.

First Page:

SHORT STORY CLASSICS (AMERICAN) VOLUME TWO

EDITED BY WILLIAM PATTEN

WITH AN INTRODUCTION AND NOTES

P. F. COLLIER & SON NEW YORK

CONTENTS VOLUME II

THE BRIGADE COMMANDER J. W. DEFOREST

WHO WAS SHE? BAYARD TAYLOR

MADEMOISELLE OLYMPE ZABRISKI THOMAS BAILEY ALDRICH

BROTHER SEBASTIAN'S FRIENDSHIP HAROLD FREDERIC

A GOOD FOR NOTHING HJALMAR HJORTH BOYESEN

THE IDYL OF RED GULCH BRET HARTE

CRUTCH, THE PAGE GEORGE ALFRED TOWNSEND ("GATH")

IN EACH OTHER'S SHOES GEORGE PARSONS LATHROP

THE DENVER EXPRESS A. A. HAYES

JAUNE D'ANTIMOINE THOMAS ALLIBONE JANVIER

OLE 'STRACTED THOMAS NELSON PAGE

OUR CONSUL AT CARLSRUHE F. J. STIMSON ("J. S. OF DALE")

THE BRIGADE COMMANDER BY J. W. DE FOREST

John William De Forest (born March 36, 1826, in Seymour, Ct.) at the outbreak of the Rebellion abandoned a promising career as a historian and writer of books of travel to enlist in the Union army. He served throughout the entire war, first as captain, then as major, and so acquired a thorough knowledge of military tactics and the psychology of our war which enabled him, on his return to civil life, to write the best war stories of his generation... Continue reading book >>

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