Author: Various Authors
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
"Short-story masterpieces - Vol. IV - Russian" by Various Authors (translated by John Cournos). Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Short-story masterpieces - Vol. IV - Russian
Author: Various Authors
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
"Short-story masterpieces - Vol. IV - Russian" by Various Authors (translated by John Cournos). Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
"Short-story masterpieces - Vol. IV - Russian" by Various Authors (translated by John Cournos). Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Short-story Masterpieces
Author: Joseph Berg Esenwein
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Short stories
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Short stories
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Short-Stories Masterpieces: French, Russian, Swedish, From the Balkans, British
Author: Various Authors
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2855
Book Description
The inflexible realist in fiction can be faithful only to what he sees; and what he sees is inevitably colored by the lens of his real self. For the literary observer of life there is no way of falsifying the reports which his senses, physical and moral, make to his own brain. If he wishes, he may make alterations in transcribing for his readers, but in so doing he confesses to himself a departure from truth as he sees it. Pure realism, then, demands of its apostle both a faithful observation of life and a faithful statement of what he sees. True, the realist uses his artist’s privilege of selecting those facts of life which seem best suited to picturing his characters in their natures, their persons, and their careers, for he knows that many irrelevant, confusing, and contradictory things happen in the everyday lives of everyday men. So in point of practice his realism is not so uncompromising as his theories sound when baldly stated. How near any great artist’s transcriptions of life approach to absolute truth will always be a question, both because we none of us know what is final truth, and because realists, each seeing life through his own nature, will disagree among themselves just as widely as their temperaments, their predispositions, and their experiences vary. Thus we are left to the common sense for our standards, and to this common sense we may with some confidence appeal for a judgment. Guy de Maupassant was a realist. “The writer’s eye,” he says in Sur l’Eau, “is like a suction-pump, absorbing everything; like a pickpocket’s hand, always at work. Nothing escapes him. He is constantly collecting material; gathering up glances, gestures, intentions, everything that goes on in his presence—the slightest look, the least act, the merest trifle.” But Maupassant was more than a realist—he was an artist, a realistic artist, frank and wise enough to conform his theories to his own efficient literary practice. He saw as a realist, selected as an artist, and then was uncompromising in his literary presentation. Here at the outstart another word is needed: Maupassant was also a literalist, and this native trait served to render his realism colder and more unsympathetic. By this I mean that to him two and three always summed up five—his temperament would not allow for the unseen, imponderable force of spiritual things; and even when he mentions the spiritual, it is with a sort of tolerant unbelief which scorns to deny the superstitious solace of women, weaklings, and zealots. It was this pervading quality in both character and method which has caused his critics to class him is a disciple of naturalism in fiction. However, Maupassant’s pessimism was not so great that he could not dwell upon scenes of joy; but a preacher of hope he never was, nor could have been. Maupassant led so individual a life, was so unnormal in his tastes, and ended his career so unusually, that common sense decides at once the validity of this one contention: his realism was marvellously true in details, but less trustworthy in its general results. His pictures of incidents were miracles of accuracy; his philosophy of life was incomplete, morbid, and unnatural.
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2855
Book Description
The inflexible realist in fiction can be faithful only to what he sees; and what he sees is inevitably colored by the lens of his real self. For the literary observer of life there is no way of falsifying the reports which his senses, physical and moral, make to his own brain. If he wishes, he may make alterations in transcribing for his readers, but in so doing he confesses to himself a departure from truth as he sees it. Pure realism, then, demands of its apostle both a faithful observation of life and a faithful statement of what he sees. True, the realist uses his artist’s privilege of selecting those facts of life which seem best suited to picturing his characters in their natures, their persons, and their careers, for he knows that many irrelevant, confusing, and contradictory things happen in the everyday lives of everyday men. So in point of practice his realism is not so uncompromising as his theories sound when baldly stated. How near any great artist’s transcriptions of life approach to absolute truth will always be a question, both because we none of us know what is final truth, and because realists, each seeing life through his own nature, will disagree among themselves just as widely as their temperaments, their predispositions, and their experiences vary. Thus we are left to the common sense for our standards, and to this common sense we may with some confidence appeal for a judgment. Guy de Maupassant was a realist. “The writer’s eye,” he says in Sur l’Eau, “is like a suction-pump, absorbing everything; like a pickpocket’s hand, always at work. Nothing escapes him. He is constantly collecting material; gathering up glances, gestures, intentions, everything that goes on in his presence—the slightest look, the least act, the merest trifle.” But Maupassant was more than a realist—he was an artist, a realistic artist, frank and wise enough to conform his theories to his own efficient literary practice. He saw as a realist, selected as an artist, and then was uncompromising in his literary presentation. Here at the outstart another word is needed: Maupassant was also a literalist, and this native trait served to render his realism colder and more unsympathetic. By this I mean that to him two and three always summed up five—his temperament would not allow for the unseen, imponderable force of spiritual things; and even when he mentions the spiritual, it is with a sort of tolerant unbelief which scorns to deny the superstitious solace of women, weaklings, and zealots. It was this pervading quality in both character and method which has caused his critics to class him is a disciple of naturalism in fiction. However, Maupassant’s pessimism was not so great that he could not dwell upon scenes of joy; but a preacher of hope he never was, nor could have been. Maupassant led so individual a life, was so unnormal in his tastes, and ended his career so unusually, that common sense decides at once the validity of this one contention: his realism was marvellously true in details, but less trustworthy in its general results. His pictures of incidents were miracles of accuracy; his philosophy of life was incomplete, morbid, and unnatural.
The Complete Short Stories of Joseph Conrad
Author: Joseph Conrad
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 1639
Book Description
In 'The Complete Short Stories of Joseph Conrad', readers are treated to a collection of carefully crafted narratives that explore themes of colonialism, morality, and human nature. Conrad's concise yet powerful writing style captivates the reader, drawing them into complex characters and intriguing plots. Set against the backdrop of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Conrad's stories provide valuable insights into the challenges and conflicts faced during this period. His use of symbolism and psychological depth add layers of meaning to each tale, making them a rewarding and thought-provoking read. As a prominent literary figure of his time, Conrad's works continue to resonate with readers today, showcasing his enduring influence on the literary world. 'The Complete Short Stories of Joseph Conrad' is a must-read for those interested in exploring the complexities of human nature and the impact of historical events on society.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 1639
Book Description
In 'The Complete Short Stories of Joseph Conrad', readers are treated to a collection of carefully crafted narratives that explore themes of colonialism, morality, and human nature. Conrad's concise yet powerful writing style captivates the reader, drawing them into complex characters and intriguing plots. Set against the backdrop of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Conrad's stories provide valuable insights into the challenges and conflicts faced during this period. His use of symbolism and psychological depth add layers of meaning to each tale, making them a rewarding and thought-provoking read. As a prominent literary figure of his time, Conrad's works continue to resonate with readers today, showcasing his enduring influence on the literary world. 'The Complete Short Stories of Joseph Conrad' is a must-read for those interested in exploring the complexities of human nature and the impact of historical events on society.
Great Russian Short Stories
Author: Paul Negri
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486112241
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
Twelve powerful works of fiction, including Pushkin's "The Overcoat," "Twenty-Six Men and a Girl" by Gorky, and "How Much Land Does a Man Need?" by Tolstoy, plus works by Gogol, Turgenev, more.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486112241
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
Twelve powerful works of fiction, including Pushkin's "The Overcoat," "Twenty-Six Men and a Girl" by Gorky, and "How Much Land Does a Man Need?" by Tolstoy, plus works by Gogol, Turgenev, more.
THE WRITER'S MONTHLY
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Authorship
Languages : en
Pages : 1206
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Authorship
Languages : en
Pages : 1206
Book Description
Writer's Monthly
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Authorship
Languages : en
Pages : 592
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Authorship
Languages : en
Pages : 592
Book Description
Turgenev in English: A Checklist of Works by and about Him
Author: David H. Stam
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Turgenev in English: A Checklist of Works by and about Him" by David H. Stam, Rissa Yachnin. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Turgenev in English: A Checklist of Works by and about Him" by David H. Stam, Rissa Yachnin. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
The Survey
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Charities
Languages : en
Pages : 710
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Charities
Languages : en
Pages : 710
Book Description
East European Accessions Index
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Europe, Eastern
Languages : en
Pages : 920
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Europe, Eastern
Languages : en
Pages : 920
Book Description