Atlantic Narratives: Modern Short Stories; Second Series


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(4.4 stars; 13 reviews)

Atlantic Narratives is a rich anthology featuring 24 short stories that capture the essence of early 20th-century American literature. Compiled by Charles Swain Thomas and published in 1918, this collection showcases a diverse array of voices, each contributing to the tapestry of modern storytelling.

These narratives, originally published in the Atlantic Monthly, reflect a variety of themes and emotions, from joy to sorrow, and even tragedy. The stories are penned by notable authors such as Mary Antin, Mazo De La Roche, and Kathleen Norris, offering listeners a glimpse into the thoughts and experiences of their time.

Each story is accompanied by the editor's biographical and interpretive notes, providing context and insight into the authors and their works. As you listen, you may find yourself contemplating the complexities of life and the human experience, making this collection a thought-provoking addition to any literary journey.

Chapters

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Introduction 4:55 Read by Arie
The Lie 56:58 Read by Arie
Blue Reefers 19:20 Read by Natalie Paula
The Debt 24:03 Read by Mike Pelton
Seth Miles and the Sacred Fire 39:53 Read by Michele Fry
Buried Treasure 47:37 Read by Mike Pelton
The Princess of Make-believe 11:46 Read by Garess Espinosa
The Two Apples 15:16 Read by Roger Melin
The Purple Star 39:43 Read by Michele Fry
Ruggs—R.O.T.C. 39:27 Read by Anusha Iyer
The Way of Life 28:27 Read by Mike Pelton
A Year in a Coal-mine 48:53 Read by fshort
Woman’s Sphere 18:56 Read by nomorejeffs
Babanchik 40:38 Read by Jack Daniel
Rosita 27:53 Read by ScottReyonoldsVoice
Perjured 37:03 Read by Katharina Huang
What Mr. Grey Said 25:36 Read by Zachary Brewster-Geisz
A Soldier of the Legion 48:48 Read by MaryAnn
The Boulevard of Rogues 23:39 Read by Lucretia B.
What Happened To Alanna 38:08 Read by helenjjacobs
Spendthrifts 44:05 Read by MaryAnn
Children Wanted 24:46 Read by Garess Espinosa
The Squire 22:39 Read by Jordan Heron
Gregory and the Scuttle 15:08 Read by Mike Pelton
In November 17:14 Read by Piper Hale

Reviews

great stories and some excellent readers


(5 stars)

The stories are well written in beautiful English that you don’t hear any more. Several of the readers were superb. Listening to the questions after each story gives you reason to think back on what you heard and ponder the answers.

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(5 stars)

I like the stories, not always crazy about the breakdown of these after each story but sometimes it makes you think about it more.