One of the best prose short stories is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It tells the story of a young couple who sacrifice their most precious possessions to buy gifts for each other. Another great one is 'The Necklace' by Guy de Maupassant, which shows the consequences of vanity. 'A Good Man Is Hard to Find' by Flannery O'Connor is also highly regarded, exploring themes of morality and redemption.
Short stories are definitely prose. They are composed in ordinary language without the structured patterns of poetry. The focus is on telling a story in a straightforward, narrative way.
To find the best prose short stories, you might first consider your own interests. If you like mystery, look for short stories by mystery writers. Then, search for collections in libraries or bookstores. Browse through the short - story section and read the summaries on the back. You can also search for 'best prose short stories' on search engines. This will give you lists and reviews of various stories. Reading literary magazines is another great source as they often publish excellent short stories.
In this world, everyone had their own story. Some people's stories are full of sadness and pain, while others are full of joy and happiness. And I'm a person who tells stories of happiness and happiness.
I used to be a happy child, living a carefree life every day. I have my best friends. We play, study, and explore together. We like to run on the grass, swim in the pond, and explore the forest together. Our world is full of laughter and infinite possibilities.
But everything changed overnight. My parents divorced and I was forced to leave my friends. I feel so lonely and lost, my world has become dark. I began to study hard, hoping that one day I could return to my happy life.
After years of hard work, I finally realized my dream. I went back to my friends and we had a lot of good times together. We continue to play, to learn, to explore, our world is full of laughter, full of infinite possibilities.
Now I still maintain my happy lifestyle. I know that even if we lose something, we can still find a way to enjoy life. In this world, everyone has their own story, but more importantly, we have to learn to cherish the present time and make our lives full of joy and happiness.
Prose short stories often have concise language. They can convey deep emotions or ideas in a relatively short space. For example, they might focus on a single event or a brief moment in a character's life. And they usually have a clear theme, like love, friendship or self - discovery.
The following are 10 short prose poems:
1 Spring Dawn
In my dream, the spring scenery moves the branches, and the birds sing sweetly
With the morning light, I wake up to the sky.
The distant mountains are like brocade, and the near water is like smoke and ashes
Fragrant grass caresses my clothes, bright eyes smile at spring sleep.
Summer Night
The moon and stars shine in the sky, and the breeze blows the leaves
Mosquitoes buzzed and the summer night was quiet.
In the dead of night, I sit alone in front of the window and think
Flowers bloom and wither in their own time, why should life struggle for emptiness?
3 Autumn Leaves
The autumn wind blows, the leaves fall silently
Red leaves alternate with colorful flowers.
Time is like running water, it's too fast to be chased
He cherished the person in front of him every day.
4 Winter Snow
The earth is covered with snow, and the plain clothes are wrapped in silver, like a fairy tale
The icicles dotted the branches, and the cold wind was chilling.
Time flies, winter goes, spring comes, another year
Cherish the person in front of you to accompany you through the years.
Night
In the dark night sky, the moon hangs lonely
I'm the only one on the quiet street
My heart is full of sorrow
How can I sleep in such a dark night?
6 Loneliness
Who am I in the vast sea of people? Alone and without anyone to rely on, I walk alone
My thoughts are like the wind, and loneliness has accompanied me all my life.
I long for friendship, care, warmth, and hope for true love to kiss me
Don't let loneliness get me drunk. I long to pursue it.
7 Mountains and Rivers
High mountains rise into the clouds, and flowing water murmurs
The clouds and mist swirled around, and the heart was relaxed and happy.
The beauty of nature is endless
To feel the comfort of nature.
8 Years
Time flies like a shuttle, time flies like an arrow
Decades of life passed in the blink of an eye.
Cherish the people in front of you, accompany you through the years
I'm grateful for all the help I've given, and I'll always have love in my heart.
Chasing Dreams
Dreams are chasing in the distance without stopping
Although the road is long, I will always believe in my heart.
Persevering in pursuit, finally realizing my dream
She sighed at the beauty of the years and thanked herself for not giving up.
Love
Love is the best thing in life
The sweetness, warmth, and happiness were intoxicating.
True love is eternal, no matter the wind and rain
They would be firm in their love and walk together forever.
The short prose usually described the natural landscape and let the readers feel the beauty and magic of nature through vivid language and figurative metaphor. The following is a short example of a scenic prose:
The morning sun shone through the clouds and shone on the earth. The mountains in the distance were like a dreamy painting under the morning light. The trees on the mountain path were verdant and green, as if they were showing people the vitality of life. The flowers were also blooming in red, yellow, and pink, emitting a charming fragrance that intoxicated people.
They walked along the path and came to a lake. The lake water was so clear that one could see the bottom. Under the reflection of the sunlight, beautiful rainbows appeared. The lotus leaves on the lake were like a green ocean. The mountains in the distance were even clearer under the reflection of the lake water, as if a gentle breeze would fall at any moment and cause the lake water to wrinkle.
Here, you can feel the tranquility and serenity of nature, as if the whole world has stopped, leaving only you and this beautiful scenery. You can enjoy the beauty of nature to your heart's content and feel the shock and deep emotions it brings.
An example of a short favorite prose is as follows:
A passage from 'Dream of the Red Chamber':
When Baoyu heard this, he burst into tears and said,"I plan for Sister Lin. If she is sick, I will personally go to the doctor." My Sister Lin is an immortal who has descended to the mortal world and has decided to marry my Brother Bao. If she suffers from a disease, I will risk my life to save her. My Brother Bao is an immortal plant between heaven, earth, black, and yellow, so he has to match my Sister Lin. If he is sick, I will personally go to the medical shop to get the medicine. I will save him at all costs."
The short favorite prose was a type of short story that usually contained warm, sweet, indulgent plots, as well as romantic and touching descriptions. It was one of the favorite literary forms of many modern young readers.
The following is a short example of a favorite ancient text:
" Love of Time Travel in a Lifetime "
Lin Wan 'er, a modern girl, had accidentally traveled to ancient times to become the emperor's younger sister. Although their identities were different, their love had not changed. The Emperor doted on Lin Wan 'er and made her his personal palace maid. He cooked for her, washed her clothes, and took care of her life. Lin Wan 'er also returned the Emperor's favor. She used her intelligence, gentleness, and thoughtfulness to make the Emperor like her even more. The two of them supported each other for the rest of their lives. Even after the emperor passed away, the two of them still snuggled up to each other.
Through this story, we can feel the love between the ancient emperor and the palace maids, as well as their mutual support and care. This kind of plot often appeared in modern novels. It made people feel the emotional difference between ancient and modern times, and also made readers feel the sweetness and warmth of love.