What are some good anthology of short stories to start with?

You could start with 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. It's a very well - known anthology short story that is both thought - provoking and disturbing. Another good one is 'A Good Man Is Hard to Find' by Flannery O'Connor, which is full of complex characters and a sense of the grotesque. And 'Hills Like White Elephants' by Ernest Hemingway is also a great choice. It's a short but powerful story with a lot of subtext about relationships and decision - making.

Some anthology books with short stories worth mentioning are 'A Good Man Is Hard to Find' by Flannery O'Connor. Her stories are known for their exploration of morality and the human condition. 'The Collected Stories of Eudora Welty' is another excellent choice. Welty's stories beautifully capture the essence of the American South. Additionally, 'The Things They Carried' by Tim O'Brien, which contains short stories that are both fictional and based on his experiences in the Vietnam War.

Some good ones include 'The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya'. Although it has an overarching plot, it also has many self - contained short stories that are full of the crazy antics of the SOS Brigade. 'Bakemonogatari' is another. It consists of several short - story arcs that deal with various supernatural oddities and the relationships between the characters. Each story in 'Bakemonogatari' is filled with interesting dialogue and unique art styles.

Some popular ones might include Edgar Allan Poe's short stories in an anthology. For instance, 'The Tell - Tale Heart' is famous for its psychological depth and the narrator's descent into madness. Also, 'The Cask of Amontillado' where the revenge plot is both dark and fascinating. And from different cultures, you might find Ryunosuke Akutagawa's 'Rashomon' which shows different perspectives on a single event, often found in anthologies.

An anthology of short stories is a curated assortment. It can feature works from both established and emerging writers. The stories within might explore diverse topics, but they come together to offer readers a rich and varied reading experience within one volume.

One great anthology short novel is 'The Bloody Chamber' by Angela Carter. It's a collection of short stories that re - interpret fairy tales in a very unique and often dark way.

There are many great short stories in it. For instance, 'The Necklace' by Guy de Maupassant. This story is about a woman's obsession with appearance and the consequences of her pride. It has a twist at the end that makes it very thought - provoking. Then there's 'Bartleby, the Scrivener' by Herman Melville. The character of Bartleby is very complex and his passive resistance is a fascinating aspect of the story. 'The Lady with the Dog' by Anton Chekhov is also a great story that explores the nature of love and infidelity in a nuanced way.

'The Best American Short Stories' is also an excellent anthology. Each year, it compiles the best short stories published in the United States. It showcases the diverse voices and writing styles of American authors, and has introduced many great short works to a wide audience. It often includes works by both well - known and emerging writers.

I have no idea. I haven't heard of 'ehhhead' being an anthology of short stories.

If there are modern short stories in this anthology, 'Cat Person' by Kristen Roupenian could be there. It became very popular for its exploration of modern relationships. And 'Harrison Bergeron' by Kurt Vonnegut is also a great one, which shows a dystopian future where everyone is forced to be equal in the most extreme ways.