Classic Irish Short Stories

From its origins in the folk tale, through its evolution in response to changing social and political conditions to its current form, the Irish short story has retained its own distinct and unique form. The finest writers of their time are represented here by their best work, showing the variety of style and approach within the genre. From George Moore's masterpiece, `Homesickness', and the warmth and humour of James Stephens, to the romantic eloquence of Bryan MacMahon, these stories capture the Irish people, their way of life, mythology and history.

Product details

• Authors: Frank Connor, O&apos, Frank O'Connor, John Wain
• Assisted by: Frank O'Connor (Editor)
• Publisher: Oxford University Press Trade
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.1991
• EAN: 9780192819185
• ISBN: 978-0-19-281918-5
• No. of pages: 335
• Dimensions: 130 mm x 197 mm x 18 mm
• Series: Oxford Paperbacks; Oxford Paperbacks
• Subjects: Fiction > Narrative literature; Short Stories, FICTION / Anthologies (multiple authors), Literary studies: fiction, novelists & prose writers, Literary studies: fiction, novelists and prose writers