Publisher's Synopsis
Great American Short Novels is a collection of some of the most iconic and influential works of American literature, written by Herman Melville. This book features five short novels, including Bartleby the Scrivener, Benito Cereno, Billy Budd, Sailor, The Encantadas, and The Confidence-Man: His Masquerade. Each of these stories explores important themes and issues of the time, such as the nature of humanity, the struggle for power, and the complexities of human relationships. Melville's writing is both rich in detail and deeply philosophical, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in American literature and its impact on the world. Great American Short Novels is a timeless work that continues to captivate readers with its powerful storytelling and thought-provoking insights into the human condition.Contents: Benito Cereno, Herman Melville; Washington Square, Henry James; Maggie, Stephen Crane; Melanctha, Gertrude Stein; False Dawn, Edith Wharton; The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald; Pale Horse, Pale Rider, Katherine Anne Porter; The Pilgrim Hawk, Glenway Wescott.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
