‘Ex Parte’ by Ring Lardner: Short Story Analysis ‘Ex Parte’ is a modernist realistic satirical piece by American short story writer and famous columnist Ring Lardner. Lardner was well known for his short stories, which were all satirical works. ‘Ex Parte’ is about the narrator’s divorce, which took place because his wife had one problem; she didn’t like his taste in homes … [Read more...] about ‘Ex Parte’ by Ring Lardner: Short Story Analysis