The Harbrace Anthology of Short Fiction, Third Edition, continues its tradition of presenting a varied and diverse selection of short stories by men and women writers from around the world. An interview with Canadian Alistair MacLeod, winner of the Trillium Book Award, provides a unique perspective on the writer's thought processes and creative insights. The Harbrace Anthology of Short Fiction offers updated biographical and explanatory notes for both traditional and contemporary fiction, strategies for writing about literature, and a concise glossary of literary terms.