One great collection is 'The Complete Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe'. It contains his famous short stories like 'The Fall of the House of Usher' and many haunting poems.
It depends on the specific collection. But some commonly found well - known authors in short story collections could be Edgar Allan Poe. His short stories are known for their dark and mysterious themes.
There are quite a few. Wole Soyinka is a famous name. His works in both poetry and short stories are rich in African mythology and cultural references. Ama Ata Aidoo is also well - known. She has written many short stories that focus on the experiences of African women. And then there's Bessie Head, whose stories often deal with themes of exile and belonging in an African context.
I'm not sure if 'A Shower of Gold Sixty Short Stories' is widely known. It could be a relatively niche collection that is popular among certain groups of readers, such as those interested in short story anthologies or a particular genre that the stories fall into.
Another option is 'The Dubliners' by James Joyce. This collection of short stories is noted for Joyce's masterful use of language which has a certain poetic quality. It offers a detailed look into the lives of the people in Dublin at the time, exploring themes like paralysis, both physical and mental.
It's hard to say whether it's well - known without more information. There are so many collections of ghost stories out there. If it has been promoted well, has unique stories, or has received positive reviews in certain horror - loving communities, it might be well - known within those circles. But in the broader literary world, it could be one of many and not widely recognized.
It's usually called an anthology. An anthology gathers various works by different authors or a single author's works in one publication.
It usually offers a diverse range of themes and styles. Poems can be emotional and evocative, while short stories can have complex plots and characters.
Edgar Allan Poe is likely to be one of them. His works are known for their macabre and suspenseful nature which fits well with horror short stories.
Alice Munro has stories in it too. She is known for her exploration of female experiences and relationships. Her writing in the collection is very nuanced. There are also works by Raymond Carver. His minimalist style is quite distinct in the stories he contributed to the 'New Yorker Collection of Short Stories'.
One famous traditional Christmas poem is 'A Visit from St. Nicholas' (also known as 'The Night Before Christmas'). It vividly describes Santa Claus's visit on Christmas Eve. A well - known story is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It's about a young couple who sacrifice their most precious possessions to buy gifts for each other. Another traditional story is about the birth of Jesus in the manger, which is central to the religious celebration of Christmas.