Edward Joseph Harrington O'Brien
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Edward Joseph Harrington O'Brien (1890 - 1941) was a U.S. author
, poet
, editor
and anthologist
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He was noted for compiling an annual collection of short stories by U.S. authors, The Best American Short Stories.
Author
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, poet
Poet
A poet is a person who writes poetry. A poet's work can be literal, meaning that his work is derived from a specific event, or metaphorical, meaning that his work can take on many meanings and forms. Poets have existed since antiquity, in nearly all languages, and have produced works that vary...
, editor
Editing
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and anthologist
Anthology
An anthology is a collection of literary works chosen by the compiler. It may be a collection of poems, short stories, plays, songs, or excerpts...
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He was noted for compiling an annual collection of short stories by U.S. authors, The Best American Short Stories.