Best Short Stories: Absurdist & Best Short Stories Specials 19

Absurdist short stories explore the meaningless and irrational aspects of life. They can be funny, bizarre, or thought-provoking. Here are some of the best absurdist short stories:

7 best short stories - Absurdist (7 best short stories - specials Book 19)

by August Nemo

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"The Nose" by Nikolai Gogol

This classic absurdist short story follows the tale of a man whose nose falls off his face and takes on a life of its own. The story is both hilarious and thought-provoking, exploring the themes of identity, conformity, and the absurdity of life.

"The Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka

One of the most famous absurdist short stories, "The Metamorphosis" follows the story of a man who wakes up one morning to find that he has transformed into a giant insect. The story is a powerful allegory for the alienation and isolation of modern life.

"Bartleby, the Scrivener" by Herman Melville

This short story follows the tale of a lawyer's clerk named Bartleby, who has a peculiar habit of responding to all requests with the phrase "I would prefer not to." The story is a meditation on the nature of work, authority, and the human condition.

"The Egg" by Andy Weir

A more contemporary absurdist short story, "The Egg" is a thought-provoking tale about the meaning of life and the nature of the afterlife. The story is both heartwarming and thought-provoking, and it is sure to stay with you long after you finish reading it.

"The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas" by Ursula K. Le Guin

This award-winning short story explores the themes of morality, happiness, and the nature of evil. The story is set in a utopian city where the happiness of the citizens is dependent on the suffering of one child. The story is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition.

Best Short Stories Specials 19

In addition to the absurdist short stories listed above, here are some other great short story specials that you might enjoy:

• "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson
• "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe
• "The Lady or the Tiger?" by Frank R. Stockton
• "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry
• "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant
• "A Good Man Is Hard to Find" by Flannery O'Connor
• "The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner" by Alan Sillitoe
• "The Yellow Wallpaper" by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
• "Cathedral" by Raymond Carver
• "Brokeback Mountain" by Annie Proulx

These short stories are all well-written and thought-provoking, and they offer a variety of different perspectives on the human condition. Whether you are a fan of absurdist literature or simply enjoy a good short story, I encourage you to check out some of these great works.

7 best short stories - Absurdist (7 best short stories - specials Book 19)

by August Nemo

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	386 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	48 pages

FREE