Lesson 2 - The Short Story
Unit 1: Â Theory
LESSON 2: Â THE SHORT STORY (2 DAYS)
"Life is too short for a long story." -Â Lady Mary Wortley Montagu (1689-1762), British society figure, letter writer
INTRODUCTION
A short story is a piece of prose fiction, usually under 10,000 words, which can be read at one sitting. Artistically, a short story is intended to create an impression via character, conflict, theme, setting, symbols and point of view. Every detail contributes to this one impression - a unity of effect. A short story is personal, part of the author, and modern short stories are more concerned with character than action.
 RESOURCES
short story NOTES
The Short Story - Multimedia Presentation (Calgary Academy)
"The Possibility of Evil"
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