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3.78 of 5 stars
Since its inception in 1915, the Best American series has become the premier annual showcase for the country's finest short fiction and nonfiction.... read full description

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Nov 05, 2009
Vivian rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Liked: There was a great one about a man who makes it a life goal to travel a forgotten military road across Burma. He pulls some crazy stunts just to get in then feels conflicted with his silly quest when he views widespread oppression up close.
Did not like: The one about a dumb girl in the south pacific.
Sep 05, 2007
Randy rated it: 3 of 5 stars
It is always hard to rate an anthology. This one, like most, is hit-or-miss. Some stories, like Bill McKibben's story about a Vermont town, is thought-provoking and great. Others are more forgettable.
Nov 30, 2007
Rose rated it: 4 of 5 stars

Random pick up at the book thing turned out to be much better than expected. Maybe I'll try some more from "The Best..." series.
Feb 25, 2010
Alex rated it: 3 of 5 stars
This is a great collection. It was my friend during some solitary times in Costa Rica.
Dec 16, 2009
noisy penguin rated it: 4 of 5 stars
I want to be a travel writer.
Feb 11, 2012
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Dec 20, 2011
Leroy rated it: 5 of 5 stars
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Nov 02, 2011
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Oct 28, 2011
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Nov 01, 2011
Liz rated it: 3 of 5 stars
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Stefantyler rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Oct 01, 2011
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