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What are some classic English book short stories?

2024-12-14 18:29
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James Joyce's 'Dubliners' contains some excellent short stories that give a vivid picture of life in Dublin at the turn of the 20th century. The stories explore themes like love, death, and the paralysis of Irish society at that time.

Sherlock Holmes short stories by Arthur Conan Doyle are very well - known. They are full of mystery and brilliant deductions. For example, 'A Scandal in Bohemia' where Holmes is outwitted by Irene Adler in a very clever way.

Not a Classic Wedding

Not a Classic Wedding

Adult Romance (21+) _____________________ Series Wedding #1 [Not a Classic Wedding] Kalvian dan Kalebriena melakukan perjodohan tanpa drama, kontrak, atau syarat apapun. Menurut mereka, menolak perjodohan hanya akan membuang waktu mereka. Pernikahan tetap terjadi, mereka tinggal menjalaninya. Namun, siapa yang menyangka bahwa mereka telah mengenal jauh sebelum perjodohan ini berlangsung. Bukan hanya mereka berdua, tapi juga melibatkan sepasang hati yang lain. Tapi hal itu hanya masalalu mereka, individualis seperti briena dan vian tidak akan pernah membiarkan masa lalu merusak masa depan mereka. Sekalipun harus menyakiti hati oranglain, bahkan juga hati mereka sendiri. Tidak perlu ada drama yang memuakkan. This is not a classic wedding _________________________________________ Series Wedding #2 [CEO Scandal's : Married with Benefit] "Menikahlah denganku," ujar pria itu masih dengan nada dinginnya. "Apa?" Lona begitu terkejut dengan ucapan pria itu. Perempuan itu berusaha menormalkan degub jantungnya yang tiba tiba menggila. "Oke, tenang, Lona. Mungkin saat ini kau masih terjebak ke dalam skenario yang kau ciptakan sendiri," ujarnya dalam hati. "Sadarlah!" "Menikahlah denganku, Nona Hilona Anpuanra." Pria itu samakin menajamkan pandangannya dan Hilona nyaris tenggelam karenanya. "Kenapa? Kenapa aku harus menikah denganmu?" tanya Hilona setelah tersadar jika lamaran yang di utarakan pria itu bukan dialog dalam skripsi imajinasinya. "Karena saat ini, kau sudah terlibat ke dalam skenario hidupku dan mau tidak mau kau harus menerimanya." Salah satu alis tebal milik pria itu terangkat ke atas. Ada senyum yang tertarik dalam sudut bibirnya yang penuh. "Tunggu! Apa maksudmu aku harus menerimanya?" tanya Hilona masih tak mengerti dengan skenario yang tiba tiba saja terjadi. "Anggap saja, pertemuan kita kemarin malam adalah skenario Tuhan untuk mempertemukan kita. Aku akan menjelaskan lebih lanjut setelah kita resmi menikah." Setelah mengatakan hal tersebut, pria itu pergi meningalkan Lona begitu saja. Gila! Ini benar benar skenario yang gila! Bagaimana bisa tiba tiba ada seorang pria melamar Hilona? Menyatakan seolah tidak ada skenario lain selain menikah. Wait! Pria itu mengatakan tentang pertemuan kemarin malam? Pertemuan apa? Hilona berusaha untuk menggali ingatannya tentang pertemuan yang di maksud pria itu. Ia sendiri masih bingung dengan apa yang terjadi. Dia sedang menceritakan kisah kelamnya dan tiba tiba saja salah satu skenario yang ia bayangkan terjadi di hidupnya. Perempuan itu menoleh ke samping, ia baru tersadar jika saat ini tidak sedang berada di apartemen lusuhnya. Semua perabotan di ruangan ini terlihat mahal dan berkelas. Hilona menatap pantulan dirinya yang terlihat sama, ia kemudian menatap ke arah satu titik. Ke arah kalung yang saat ini ia pakai. Perempuan itu tak ingat pernah memiliki kalung ini sebelumnya. Lalu tiba tiba sekelebat ingatan muncul di ingatanya. Tentang kejadian malam itu. Kejadian yang membuatnya terjebak dengan pria yang baru saja melamarnya. Pria rupawan dengan jabatan tinggi dan sangat terpandang. "Sial! Aku benar benar harus menikah dengan Kalan Arusha Adhyasta!" Hilona mengusap rambutnya frustasi.
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Superstar Wife : Please Have Some Mercy

Superstar Wife : Please Have Some Mercy

[WARNING! THIS BOOK HAS MATURE CONTENT] Elysia Davies, is a true beauty with many talents. She is not only the top actress in Los Angeles, California but also the lead vocalist of the ever popular girl group 'Spicy Sugars'… Ivan Moore, the handsome CEO of 'Mystic World & Entertainment', is not only the richest business tycoon of the world but also the charismatic member of the famous boy group 'Golden Amigos'… She is a troublemaker, while he is the peacemaker… She is the 'Feisty Queen’ of the industry whereas he is the 'Chill Dude'… She loves to torture people who hold a grudge against her while he is the king of forgiveness only towards those folks who doesn’t target his families… She is the rich spoiled brat while he is the wealthy respectful heir… Simply, she is the Tormentor but he is the Savior… So many differences between both of them yet they had one thing very much common in their lives…'HATE'..!!! They hate each other with every living cell in their bodies… Just a look at each other is enough to flip their mood off. If they were kept in the same place, it could turn even the most peaceful heaven into a scorching hell. In short, they should never be left alone with each other. That could cause chaos and disasters. But the question is, what will happen when these two opposite poles attract? What if the yin and yang, are abruptly tied together by a so called 'Arrange Marriage'? Will the hatred between them overcome all the boundaries and blossom into LOVE? Or, will they still continue as the two sides of coin rather than blooming into the most 'Mismatched Couple'? And, what does their lives have in store for them? A smooth love track or a roller coaster ride with many twists and turns? --- “I don’t like to walk on flowers if there are no thorns on them. And I’m no saint nor a forgiver… I’m a witch who can make the hell descend on to the earth, on those who tries to step on me. And there is no ‘mercy' in my scary dictionary. ” Elysia scowled as she glared at him. “Oh, so you’re now a spooky poet too, huh? Then let me also add my own share to your so-called poetry.. I can be the thorn in your flower bed if you wish me to be. Try intriguing my rage, I’ll never set you free. If I unleash my demonic side, you’ll perish in the hell you’ve created. Cause the word ‘mercy’ has never existed.. ” Ivan scoffed at the raging lady, standing in front of him. "Not only you but I can act like the devil too." he smirked with his eyes mocking at her. Elysia huffed in rage as she spouted with her venom filled eyes, “You know what!! I just hate you, Mr. Ivan Moore.” “Trust me…The feeling is mutual, Ms. Elysia Davies!” Ivan spat, chuckling darkly at her… --- “Never have I thought in my life that I’ll fall in love with my biggest foe. Now, she is the sole controller of my heart.” Ivan said inching closer to her. “Who could have imagined that I’ll be head over heels with my nemesis whom I have loathed the most in the past..” Elysia mumbled touching her nose to his. “I love you Sia..” Ivan whispered, pressing his forehead to hers. “I love you too, Ivan..” Elysia muttered as their lips crashed in as they kissed each other passionately, under the vast sea of stars.. --- Hi, this is author here… Thank you for looking into the synopsis. If you liked it then please join the rollercoaster ride of this amazing 'Haters turns lovers' couple by adding this book into your library.. I promise that it will be a full package of drama, love, revenge and many more interesting twists and turns which will lead you to unfold numerous of secrets… No rape and physical abuse… But have lots of face-slaps… I hope, you guys will give it a try… ---- This is my second book… My first book is 'My Heart Beats Only For You'.. If you want, then please check it out too… [P.S.- The cover is not mine.] ---- Discord https://discord.gg/AscctQj Insta @sree_exol
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What are some classic English fiction short stories?

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2024-11-13 13:23

Some good ones include 'The Monkey's Paw' by W.W. Jacobs. This story has an element of the supernatural as a family makes wishes on a cursed paw. 'The Lady, or the Tiger?' by Frank R. Stockton is an interesting one too. It ends with a cliffhanger, leaving the reader to decide the fate of the protagonist. And don't forget 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge' by Ambrose Bierce, which plays with time and perception.

What are the characteristics of english classic short stories?

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2024-11-10 02:07

One characteristic is their concise yet impactful storytelling. They manage to convey deep emotions, complex ideas, or interesting plots in a relatively short space. For example, in 'The Gift of the Magi', the whole story of selfless love is told in just a few pages.

Extension 2 English short stories: What are some classic examples?

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2024-11-25 13:39

One classic English short story is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It tells the story of a young couple who are very poor but deeply in love. The wife cuts off her long, beautiful hair to buy a chain for her husband's precious watch, while the husband sells his watch to buy combs for his wife's hair. It's a heart - warming tale about sacrifice and love. Another is 'The Necklace' by Guy de Maupassant. A woman borrows a diamond necklace for a ball, loses it, and spends years in poverty trying to replace it, only to find out in the end that the original necklace was fake. It shows the power of vanity and the consequences of false pride.

The book contained many classic short suspense stories. translated into English

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2024-09-17 18:34

That book contains many classic short-feature stories with great suspense

What are some famous English book short stories?

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2024-12-14 01:43

One of the most famous is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It's a heartwarming story about a young couple who sacrifice their most precious possessions for each other.

What are some notable short stories in 'Penguin Book of English Short Stories'?

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2024-11-24 19:40

There are many great ones. For example, some stories might explore the complex human relationships in the English society. They often have well - developed characters and interesting plot twists.

What are the characteristics of best classic English short stories?

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2024-10-27 05:09

One characteristic is their concise yet powerful storytelling. They can convey deep emotions and complex themes in just a few pages. For example, 'The Yellow Wallpaper' manages to explore the oppression of women and mental health in a short space. Another is the use of vivid language. Writers like Dickens in his short works use rich descriptions to bring the settings and characters to life.

What are some classic English language arts short stories to start with?

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2024-11-30 00:36

A great one to start with is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It's a short, heartwarming story with a twist at the end that shows the power of selfless love. Another is 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson, which is a thought - provoking story that makes you question society's norms.

What are some must - read classic English literature short stories?

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2024-11-16 06:10

One must - read is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It tells a heartwarming story about a young couple who sacrifice their most precious possessions for each other. Another is 'The Necklace' by Guy de Maupassant, which shows the consequences of vanity. And 'A Rose for Emily' by William Faulkner is also great, exploring themes of time, change, and the South in the United States.

Who are some famous authors of English classic short stories?

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2024-11-09 23:52

Edgar Allan Poe is a very well - known author of English classic short stories. His stories, like 'The Tell - Tale Heart' and 'The Fall of the House of Usher', are full of mystery and psychological depth. Another famous one is O. Henry. His stories often have unexpected endings, for example, 'The Gift of the Magi'. Anton Chekhov is also renowned for his short stories. His works usually depict the lives of ordinary Russians with great realism.

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