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Stephen Crane was born 1st November, 1871 in Newark, New Jersey and was the eighth surviving child out of fourteen. Incredibly he began writing at the age of four and was published several times by the age of sixteen. His poems, predominantly short and abstract, display another facet of his talent which questions, advises and presents his audience with much to contemplate. Some are difficult to engage with but with the effort comes the reward.

First published in 1893, Maggie: A Girl of the Streets is the first published fiction work of American author Stephen Crane. A harrowing depiction of a pretty young girl's life in the slums of turn-of-the-century New York City and her eventual decline into prostitution, Crane's novel is a starkly realistic examination of poverty and the challenges brought about by the rapid industrialization the United States underwent in the late 1800s.

The women in When the Messenger Is Hot are fierce and kind, damaged and optimistic. They are recovering from loss or addiction or betrayal; they are on the fringes of reality or sanity or a "conventional" life. From a woman who decides to live on the patio rooftop of her friend's apartment building, to the best-selling memoir writer who finds her identity overtaken by the actress cast in the movie version, to the daughter convinced her dead mother is in fact simply stuck at a North Dakota bus depot, their experiences of loss and love are both uniquely theirs and universal.

Whether breathlessly enthusiastic serenely calm, or really concentrating on their personal zombie issues, Crane's happy cast explore the complexities behind personal satisfaction. You Must Be This Happy to Enter exists in a world very much like our own but infused with more joy and magic. It's a place where the happy are jailed, the sincere cause confusion, and pop culture so seamlessly melds with real life that characters can walk right out of the television and come live with you.

Stephen Crane's fascinating story "The Blue Hotel" is seen by many as a study of fear. Crane used the stereotypical 1890's American West as his setting, and the story uses a card game to show how fear feeds upon itself. There are both inner fears and fears existing in reality, and the ways that they interact with each other make for a fascinating tale.

Scratchy Wilson will have his day. When word gets around that Sheriff Jack Potter is arriving on the afternoon train with his bride, Scratchy intends to raise all kinds of hell. Published in 1898, Crane’s story was indicative of the growing sentiment for the American West. B.J. Harrison’s authentic and textured narration brings a greater depth to this American classic.

"The Open Boat" by Stephen Crane is a profound short story that captures the struggle for survival experienced by four shipwrecked men adrift in a small dinghy after their steamer, the Commodore, sinks. The narrative is based on Crane's real-life experience of being stranded at sea, and it explores themes of nature's indifference, the bond between humans in the face of adversity, and existential reflections.

A Dark Brown Dog is a classic, an endearing story about a boy, his dog, and their unconditional love for one another.

This is a story from the Classic American Short Stories collection.

An 1898 western short story by American author Stephen Crane. The story's protagonist is a Texas marshal named Jack Potter, who is returning to the town of Yellow Sky with his eastern bride. Potter's nemesis, the gunslinger Scratchy Wilson, drunkenly plans to accost the sheriff after he disembarks the train, but he changes his mind upon seeing the unarmed man with his bride.

A Man and Some Others features Bill, a man with a turbulent past marked by both aristocracy and misfortune. His brash attitude and penchant for trouble set the stage for a clash with the Mexican men he confronts, showcasing a dramatic and tense moment fraught with the threat of violence. This moment signifies the isolation he feels as the "only white man in half a day's ride," emphasizing the precarious nature of his existence in a hostile environment.

"The Pace of Youth," is a journey through a vivid historical landscape by acclaimed author Stephen Crane. The audiobook narrated by storyteller Mike Vendetti explores the tender yet tumultuous journey of young love. This captivating short story captures the essence of a young couple as they navigate the complexities of romance amidst the pressures of an older generation.

"A Detail" by Stephen Crane is indeed a poignant exploration of aging and the vulnerability that comes with it. In this very short story, Crane captures the essence of human fragility through a brief moment that reflects on life's deeper truths.

Immerse yourself in the evocative world of the 19th century with "An Ominous Baby," a compelling short story by the celebrated author Stephen Crane. Narrated by Mike Vendetti, this short audiobook transports listeners to a time and place fraught with stark social contrasts. Join a curious street urchin on an adventure in a higher-class district, where the echoes of privilege clash with the whispers of poverty.

"The Duel That Was Not Fought," a captivating short story by Stephen Crane, now available as an audiobook narrated by the talented Mike Vendetti! Meet Patsy Tulligan, a man whose courage is as vast as the sky and whose fighting spirit never wavers, even after facing defeat. When a night out with friends leads to an unexpected duel challenge with a skilled swordsman, will Patsy stand his ground or back down?

This audiobook invites listeners into the bleak yet vibrant world inhabited by a young man--a homeless drifter navigating the harsh realities of urban life. Through vivid imagery and poignant narrative, Crane captures a raw day in the life of this young bum, exploring themes of despair and fleeting hope against the backdrop of a bustling city struggling with its own complexities.

Uno de los mas recordados cuentos de terror de Stephen Crane, publicado originalmente en The Philadelphia Press y incluido en su libro The Open Boar And Other Tales Of Adventure.

Stephen Crane was born 1st November, 1871 in Newark, New Jersey. Crane only began a full-time education when he was nine but quickly mastered the grades needed to catch up and move forward. Although educated at Lafayette and Syracuse he had little interest in completing university and was keener to move on to a career, declaring college to be ‘a waste of time’. By twenty he was a reporter and two years later had published his debut novel ‘Maggie: A Girl of the Streets’. In literary circles this was hailed as the first work of American literary Naturalism.

Stephen Crane was born 1st November, 1871 in Newark, New Jersey and was the eighth surviving child out of fourteen. Incredibly he began writing at the age of four and was published several times by the age of sixteen. By twenty he was a reporter and two years later had published his debut novel ‘Maggie: A Girl of the Streets’. In literary circles this was hailed as the first work of American literary Naturalism. Two years later, in 1895, he was the subject of worldwide acclaim for his Civil War novel, written without the benefit of any actual war experiences, ‘The Red Badge of Courage’.

Washington Irving's tales of romance, travel, biographical discourse, and literary musing introduced such classic fictional figures as Rip Van Winkle, Ichabod Crane, and the Headless Horsemen of Sleepy Hollow. A sage, storyteller, and wit, Irving earned his preeminence in early American literature with these masterpieces in miniature.