What are the characteristics of famous books of short stories?

One characteristic is their conciseness. They can convey a complete and impactful message in a relatively short space. For example, in Hemingway's short stories, he uses simple yet powerful language to create vivid characters and situations. Another characteristic is their ability to focus on a single theme or idea strongly. Like in Kafka's short stories, they often explore complex philosophical concepts like alienation in a concise manner.

One characteristic is their concise yet impactful storytelling. They manage to convey deep emotions, complex themes, or interesting characters in a relatively short space. For example, in 'The Gift of the Magi', O. Henry uses just a few pages to show the selfless love of a couple. Another characteristic is often a strong plot twist or a memorable ending. Like in 'The Lottery', the ending completely changes the reader's perception of the whole story. Also, famous short stories usually have relatable characters or situations that make the reader think about real - life issues.

The stories often have strong themes. For example, some deal with love, like the pure and selfless love in certain stories. Others may focus on human nature, such as greed or kindness. They also use vivid language to create memorable characters and settings even with limited words. For instance, in some stories, the description of a small town or a particular person can be very vivid, making the reader feel as if they are there.

An example of a short story in a famous work is as follows: In Dream of the Red Chamber, the fourth daughter of the Jia family, Lin Daiyu, met Jia Baoyu by chance and gradually developed feelings for him. However, Lin Daiyu's father, Lady Jia, and Jia Baoyu's mother, Lady Wang, did not agree to their relationship. In the end, Lin Daiyu was forced to leave Jia Baoyu and end this painful relationship. In Journey to the West, Sun Wukong encountered many monsters and challenges on his way to the demon world to save Tang Sanzang. In the end, he successfully defeated the Black Bear Spirit and the White Bone Spirit and rescued Tang Sanzang. In Water Margins, Lin Chong was a hero of Liangshan. He participated in the struggle of Liangshan Lake in order to protect his family. Together with other heroes, he defeated the enemies of Liangshan Lake and eventually became one of the leaders of Liangshan Lake. In Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Liu Bei was an entrepreneur who ran around to realize his dreams. He eventually succeeded in establishing the Shu Han regime and became one of the famous politicians and military strategists in Chinese history. The stories in these masterpieces all had profound meanings and broad backgrounds, and were hailed as the treasures of Chinese literature. By shortening these short stories, we can understand and read these works more quickly, and at the same time, we can better understand the thoughts and emotions they express.

One characteristic is that they often have memorable characters. For instance, in 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', Huck is a very memorable character. Another is that they usually convey important values or messages. In 'The Little Prince', it has deep thoughts about friendship and love. Also, they tend to be widely read and passed down through generations.

The characters in these short stories are usually well - rounded. They can be ordinary people like fishermen, farmers, or housewives, and their daily struggles, hopes, and dreams are explored in detail. This makes the stories relatable not only to Malayalam readers but also to a wider audience interested in human stories.

Many famous Japanese short stories often have a strong sense of cultural identity. They may incorporate elements such as Japanese traditions, values, and social hierarchies.

Often, they use humor based on human nature. Take the story of the miser who finds a magic lamp. The genie offers him three wishes. He wishes for more money but with the condition that he doesn't lose any of his existing money. The genie tries to explain how it doesn't work like that, but the miser won't listen. This plays on the common trait of greed. Funny short stories also tend to be concise. They get to the point quickly and deliver the punchline or the funny part without a lot of extra fluff.

One characteristic is the use of personal voice. In famous autobiographical short stories, like 'The Story of My Life' by Helen Keller, the author uses her own voice to directly convey her experiences. Another is the focus on self - discovery. For example, in 'A Sketch of the Past' by Virginia Woolf, she delves into her memories to understand herself better. Also, they often deal with significant life events. Just as in 'Notes of a Native Son' by James Baldwin, his father's death and his experiences with racism are central.