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Definition of short story
short storynoun
câu chuyện, truyện ngắn
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The term "short story" didn't emerge until the 19th century, even though the genre has existed for millennia. "Short story" likely originated from literary criticism and analysis. It was a way to distinguish shorter narratives from longer forms like novels and novellas. The emergence of magazines and literary journals in the 19th century also fueled the popularity of the short story, creating a dedicated platform for this concise and impactful form of storytelling.
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