Excerpt from The Plot of the Short Story: An Exhaustive Study, Both Synthetical and Analytical, With Copious Examples, Making the Work, a Practical Treatise, Revised to Include a Syllabus for Teachers
The present volume, and those to follow in the Authors' Handbook Series, endeavor merely to touch upon this profound and seri ous subject of the Modern Short Story, not so much with the idea of stemming the tide of careless endeavor, as of leading the way, in the hope that some of its great masters, both in execution and technique, may be moved to add their weight to a Reform that must result in an immediate betterment of a neg lected Art.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the art and craft of writing short stories, offering a practical and insightful approach to plot construction. It delves into the history of the short story, distinguishing it from similar forms of writing like anecdotes, fables, and character sketches, while emphasizing the importance of a well-defined plot. The author examines the principles of plot construction, including the dramatic unities of time, place, and action, and the need for compression, simplicity, and completeness. The book explores the various stages of plotting, from the initial spark of an idea, the plot germ, to the development of a complete plot scenario. It also discusses the crucial role of inspiration, mood, and imagination in shaping a compelling narrative. Ultimately, this book provides a practical framework for aspiring writers, empowering them to create engaging short stories that resonate with readers. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259489054_0
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