How do short stories shape our understanding of a globalized world? Handbook of Short Fiction invites you to explore the genre through a sophisticated lens, merging theoretical, historical, and regional perspectives. Engage with cutting-edge debates—from the nuances of postcolonial fiction and gender to the complexities of anthologization. Beyond the Western canon, you will navigate diverse traditions spanning the modern Arabic world, Black Africa, and the distinct literary landscapes of Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. Written by renowned scholars, these chapters offer the latest research, providing you with a definitive reference destined to shape the field for decades to come.
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