ISBN: 9780199583140

By William Trevor. Edited by William Trevor, a distinguished writer of novels and short stories. The Oxford Book of Irish Short Stories. Author William Trevor. Edited by William Trevor. P… Mehr…

By William Trevor. Edited by William Trevor, a distinguished writer of novels and short stories. The Oxford Book of Irish Short Stories. Author William Trevor. Edited by William Trevor. Publisher Oxford University Press. The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   The Oxford Book of Irish Short Stories by William Trevor Ireland has always been a nation of story-tellers. This magnificent anthology chronicles the development of a rich literary tradition, from the earliest folk-tales to James Joyce, Liam O'Flaherty, and the rising stars of the new generation. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description Ireland has long been a nation of story-tellers. What began as a lively form of entertainment has grown into an unrivalled literary genre. Although Ireland may mourn the loss of the seanchaí, the old hearthside story-teller, the Irish art of story-telling is by no means lost. This varied anthology traces the development of the Irish short story from the early folk-tales of the oral tradition through Oliver Goldsmith, Maria Edgeworth,James Joyce, and Liam O'Flaherty, and on to the rising stars of the modern generation, such as Bernard Mac Laverty and Desmond Hogan. Notes Collection of 45 from 35 authors, including Oliver Goldsmith, Maria Edgeworth, James Joyce and Liam O'Flaherty. Author Biography William Trevor, novelist, short story writer, and dramatist, is the author of The Ballroom of Romance, Angels at the Ritz, The News from Ireland, and numerous other works. Table of Contents IntroductionThe Hour of DeathFionn in Search of his YouthCromwell and the FriarThe Girl and the SailorThe Four-leafed Shamrock and the CockThe Cow that ate the PiperConal and Donal and TaigOliver Goldsmith: Adventures of a Strolling PlayerMaria Edgeworth: The Limerick GlovesWilliam Carleton: The Death of a DevoteeGerald Griffin: The Brown ManSheridan Le Fanu: Green TeaGeorge Moore: Albert NobbsOscar Wilde: The Sphinx without a SecretE.E. Somerville and Martin Ross: Philippa's Fox HuntDaniel Corkery: The PriestSeumas O'Kelly: The Weaver's GraveJames Joyce: The DeadPadraic O Conaire: My Little Black AssJames Stephens: The TriangleJoyce Carey: Bush RiverLiam O'Flaherty: The Pedlar's RevengeLiam O'Flaherty: The FanaticElizabeth Bowen: Her Table SpreadSean O'Faolain: The Faithless WifeSean O'Faolain: The Sugawn ChairFrank O'Connor: Guests of the NationFrank O'Connor: The Majesty of the LawPatrick Boyle: PastoraleMairtan O Cadhain: The Hare-LipMichael McLaverty: The Poteen MakerBryan MacMahon: The RingMary Lavin: SarahTerence De Vere White: Desert IslandBenedict Kiely: The PilgrimsJames Plunkett: Weep for our PrideVal Mulkerns: LoserAidan Higgins: The Bird I FanciedWilliam Trevor: Death in JerusalemBrian Friel: The DivinerJohn Montague: An Occasion of SinEdna O'Brien: Irish RevelJulia O'Faolain: First ConjugationJohn McGahern: The Beginning of an IdeaBernard Mac Laverty: Life DrawingDesmond Hogan: The AiredaleAcknowledgementsIndex of Authors Review `Review from previous edition The very best of centuries of Irish short fiction...A classic, take-your-breath-away collection cannily assembled by a master of the medium William Trevor'Observer Promotional Spanning the entire history of the Irish short story, from folk-tales to modern writing, with 45 stories by 35 authors, this is the most expansive and expressive anthology available. Included are such masters as James Joyce, Elizabeth Bowen, Frank O'Connor, Desmond Hogan, and many others. Long Description Ireland has long been a nation of story-tellers. What began as a lively form of entertainment has grown into an unrivalled literary genre. Although Ireland may mourn the loss of the seanchaí, the old hearthside story-teller, the Irish art of story-telling is by no means lost. This varied anthology traces the development of the Irish short story from the early folk-tales of the oral tradition through Oliver Goldsmith, Maria Edgeworth,James Joyce, and Liam O'Flaherty, and on to the rising stars of the modern generation, such as Bernard Mac Laverty and Desmond Hogan. Review Text `Review from previous edition The very best of centuries of Irish short fiction...A classic, take-your-breath-away collection cannily assembled by a master of the medium William Trevor'Observer Review Quote Review from previous edition: "The very best of centuries of Irish short fiction...A classic, take-your-breath-away collection cannily assembled by a master of the medium William Trevor" --Observer Feature Edited by William Trevor, a distinguished writer of novels and short storiesExcellent and widespread review coverage45 stories, 35 authors, seven early folk talesIncludes Ireland's finest writers of short stories, with representations of their best work Details ISBN0199583145 Publisher Oxford University Press Year 2010 ISBN-10 0199583145 ISBN-13 9780199583140 Format Paperback Publication Date 2010-03-18 Author William Trevor Media Book Imprint Oxford University Press Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom Edited by William Trevor DEWEY 823.01089415 Short Title OXFORD BK OF IRISH SHORT STORI Language English Residence Devon, ENK Pages 592 UK Release Date 2010-03-18 NZ Release Date 2010-03-18 Birth 1962 Affiliation Research Physical Scientist, U.S. Army Research & Development Center Series Oxford Books of Prose & Verse Alternative 9780192141804 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2010-06-17 We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! 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2010, ISBN: 9780199583140

Ireland has long been a nation of story-tellers. What began as a lively form of entertainment has grown into an unrivalled literary genre. Although Ireland may mourn the loss of the se… Mehr…

Ireland has long been a nation of story-tellers. What began as a lively form of entertainment has grown into an unrivalled literary genre. Although Ireland may mourn the loss of the seanchaí, the old hearthside story-teller, the Irish art of story-telling is by no means lost. This varied anthology traces the development of the Irish short story from the early folk-tales of the oral tradition through Oliver Goldsmith, Maria Edgeworth, James Joyce, and Liam O'Flaherty, and on to the rising stars of the modern generation, such as Bernard Mac Laverty and Desmond Hogan. Books William Trevor|Paperback|Oxford University Press|18/03/2010, Oxford University Press<

2010, ISBN: 9780199583140

Ireland has long been a nation of story-tellers. What began as a lively form of entertainment has grown into an unrivalled literary genre. Although Ireland may mourn the loss of the se… Mehr…

Ireland has long been a nation of story-tellers. What began as a lively form of entertainment has grown into an unrivalled literary genre. Although Ireland may mourn the loss of the seanchai, the old hearthside story-teller, the Irish art of story-telling is by no means lost. This varied anthology traces the development of the Irish short story from the early folk-tales of the oral tradition through Oliver Goldsmith, Maria Edgeworth, James Joyce, and Liam O'Flaherty, and on to the rising stars of the modern generation, such as Bernard Mac Laverty and Desmond Hogan. Books William Trevor|Paperback|Oxford University Press|18/03/2010, Oxford University Press<