Modern Irish Short Stories
Modern Irish Short Stories, edited by various authors and published by Penguin Publishing Group on December 18, 1980, is a comprehensive collection featuring 26 short stories from notable twentieth-century Irish writers, including Samuel Beckett, James Joyce, and W.B. Yeats. This edition, comprising 576 pages, presents a diverse array of narratives that reflect the richness of Irish literature and its unique storytelling traditions.
Readers will discover a variety of voices and styles within this anthology, showcasing themes related to family life and the complexities of human experience. The selection emphasizes the distinct tones of each writer, illustrating the depth and breadth of Irish fiction. This collection serves as a valuable resource for those interested in literary anthologies and the evolution of short story writing in Ireland.
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A collection of 26 twentieth-century Irish short stories, including works by Samuel Beckett, James Joyce, and W.B. Yeats.
“The features of this volume which separate it from other anthologies are the quality and breadth of its selections and the fine introduction by the editor.”—The Journal of Irish Literature
“An excellent selection. Each of the 26 writers represented in this collection has his own unmistakable tone . . . proof that Irish writers, perhaps like no others, excel in this brief form.”—Spectator
“You will keep this book and read parts of it again and again. . . . Each time you enter it you will be in the presence of Ireland.”—Anthony Burgess, in his Preface.
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