Selection of British Short Stories (Volume 2) (English)

Author: Shanghai International Studies University English Department
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Publish Date: 1982-04-01
Features: This book collects fourteen short stories from fourteen contemporary British writers, including Graham Greene, Dylan Thomas, Alan Sillitoe, and Doris Lessing. The stories are arranged in chronological order by the authors' birth dates. These works differ from the works of some authors in the first volume in terms of themes, subject matter, language use, and writing techniques. Overall, the language tends to be simple and accessible, without leaning towards complex and convoluted plots. Instead, they often highlight the characteristics of human personalities, inner conflicts, and the relationships between people and society through various aspects of life and personal experiences. A technique commonly used by contemporary writers is the use of "imagery" as a symbol to convey themes or express the author's views and perspectives on certain social phenomena. Understanding these general trends is beneficial for readers to better comprehend contemporary works.