Society of Arts and Sciences (U.S.) creator Williams, Blanche Colton 1879-1944 text utu 2024 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "O. Henry Memorial Award Prize Stories of 1923" by the Society of Arts and Sciences et al. is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This anthology presents some of the finest narratives published during that year, showcasing a variety of themes and styles from different authors. The stories explore human emotions, societal issues, and the intricacies of life, aiming to highlight the best of American fiction at that time. The opening of the collection introduces readers to the context and purpose behind the awarded stories, emphasizing the committee's dedication to selecting pieces that meet their standards of excellence. Through the introduction, the reader gains insight into the criteria used to evaluate contenders, showcasing a commitment to storytelling that transcends ordinary boundaries. The first narrative told is about Selina Jo Hudsill, a girl dealing with her challenging upbringing and looking to break free from her family's low societal standing. Her struggle to create a better life for herself and the hurdles she faces reflect a deeper commentary on societal class and personal aspiration, setting a poignant tone that resonates throughout the anthology. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Prelude, by Edgar Valentine Smith -- A friend of Napoleon, by Richard Connell -- Towers of fame, by Elizabeth Irons Folsom -- Phantom adventure, by Floyd Dell -- The distant street, by Francis Edwards Faragoh -- The wager, by Isa Urquhart Glenn -- Célestine, by James Hopper -- Witch Mary, by Genevieve Larsson -- The bamboo trap, by Robert S. Lemmon -- The hat of eight reflections, by James Mahoney -- Home-brew, by Grace Sartwell Mason -- Derrick's return, by Gouverneur Morris -- Shadowed, by Mary Synon -- The one hundred dollar bill, by Booth Tarkington -- Nice neighbours, by Mary S. Watts -- Not wanted, by Jesse Lynch Williams. Release date is 2024-06-02 Tim Lindell, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Originally published: Garden City, NY: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1924 American fiction -- 20th century Short stories, American -- Periodicals PS Garden City, NY: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1924 https://archive.org/details/ohenrymemorialaw00unse_28/page/n5 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73756 https://archive.org/details/ohenrymemorialaw00unse_28/page/n5 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73756 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134715.0 73756