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There is something about the number 3. The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two. Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating.

In The Kiss, a beautiful young woman, Nathalie, has decided to marry the unattractive and uninteresting but very wealthy Mr. Brantain. When an old friend kisses her passionately in front of Mr. Brantain, Nathalie must control the damage done by this kiss in order to reassure Mr. Brantain. This done, the relieved Mr. Brantain proposes to her. At their wedding, her old friend appears and suggests another kiss. Has Nathalie arranged matters perfectly? Or not?

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In this series we explore the many facets of love through literary talents that span both time and country. Love comes in many forms, many shades and many hues. There is one though that society wants more than any other and it is now part of our culture. Yes, the Happy Ending.

Americans have vivid, colourful and mesmerising imaginations. On the flip side they are equally adept at Realism. In this volume their famed authors explore short stories that bring us up close and personal to reality.

No conto “Cartas”, publicado pela primeira vez em 1895, uma mulher guarda consigo um pacote de cartas comprometedoras, que precisam ser mantidas em segredo a qualquer custo. Quando o marido as encontra, um conflito interno se apodera dele. Lealdade, ciúmes e resignação permeiam esta obra.

Este conto fala de Tonie, um jovem tímido que mora em Chênière Caminada com sua mãe. Esse personagem também aparece no romance O despertar, da mesma autora.

Uma das primeiras histórias de Kate Chopin, este conto, publicado em 1892, retrata um pouco da vida e dos hábitos dos moradores da região da Acadiana, na Louisiana (EUA). A história de dois casais se transforma rapidamente durante um baile.

Este conto mostra o momento em que Louise Mallard, uma mulher casada, recebe a notícia de que seu marido tinha morrido em um acidente de trem. Ela então visualiza novas oportunidades e liberdade para o futuro.

No conto “O divórcio da senhora Célestin”, publicado pela primeira vez em 1894, a senhora Célestin conversa com o advogado Paxton sobre a possibilidade de se divorciar.

Este conto, publicado pela primeira vez em 1896, traz a história de uma atriz parisiense que anualmente se refugia no convento de freiras onde cresceu.

Neste conto, publicado pela primeira vez em 1894, Manna Loulou conta a história de Zoraide, uma mulher escravizada criada como afilhada da sua senhora.

Neste conto, Kate Chopin mergulha no coração amoroso e na mente cheia de fantasias de um homem que tinha vários nomes e nenhum deles definido.

Este conto, de 1893, explora a questão do amor e da aceitação, quando uma mulher idosa finalmente supera seus preconceitos.

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. Some you may disagree with but they will get you thinking; about our choices and about those you would have made. If this volume takes you on a path to discover more of these miniature masterpieces then we have all gained something.

This century is crammed full of talents that showcase an enviable array of stories and genres. Across a hundred years the short story develops, becomes yet more emboldened, more accessible to a wider audience as these female authors challenge the literary bastions.

As the Century draws to a close it shows no sign of its literary talents diminishing. Authors stride into stories with a confidence and knowledge that now speak of a gilded age. We are challenged on many levels but always, always the story delivers a literary triumph.

Once again on the American side of the Atlantic talent pours forth from the pens of these literary women. Even to choose a mere ten seems to be a choice too difficult to make. Society may hold women back but these writers are equal to the challenge and overcome its boundaries with superbly written stories that are a beacon for all others who follow.

The American literary tradition has, in a far shorter span of time than others throughout history, achieved a glowing and glittering reputation. From its transatlantic roots it has absorbed the sons and daughters of other cultures, other lands and made them part of her own. Within this melting pot of styles, genres and wordplay one fact stands out: In the American short story, literary tradition has a strong, vibrant and almost inclusive history, if you know where to look.

The Awakening explores one woman's desire to find and live fully within her true self. Her devotion to that purpose causes friction with her friends and family, and also conflicts with the dominant values of her time.Edna Pontellier's story takes place in 1890s Louisiana, within the upper-class Creole society. Edna, her husband Léonce, and their two children are vacationing for the summer on Grand Isle, an island just off the Louisiana shore near New Orleans. They are staying at a pension, a sort of boarding house where each family has their own cottage but eat together in a main dining hall....