American Short Stories of Today
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Summary
This edition of American Short Stories of Today by Esmor Jones is a novel built around its characters and plot. This edition is listed as 1988 • Penguin USA • 144 pages.
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Worth a look if you want a backlist title that still has a clear identity and use case.
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- You want a story that gets moving early.
- You are looking for characters and a plot that are easy to get into.
- When you want vivid sensory scenes, the plot forces tough decisions quickly.
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Exact edition: Hardcover · ISBN-13 9780140079975
Worth buying if: You want a story that gets moving early.
Skip it if: You are looking for a lighter and faster read.
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Quick Easy to move through
Quick commitment. This looks like a same-day or weekend read rather than a project.
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This book will mostly appeal to readers who enjoy its characters, plot, and mood.
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Reading a few chapters at a time may make the story easier to follow.
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Hardcover: ISBN-13 9780140079975
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