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Gripping short stories from a wide variety of cultures and different eras pre-1914. Stories include The Tinderbox by Hans Christian Andersen; The Magic Ring by Oscar Wilde; The Creation of Man; From Tiger to Anansi; David and Goliath from The Good News Bible and James I Bible; The Conceited Man; The Selfish Giant; Tseng and the Holy Many; Gypsies The Father by Bjorn Bjoernson; The Fisherman by Jonas Lie; The Pardoner's Tale by Geoffrey Chaucer; The Monkey's Paw by W W Jacobs; A New England Nun by Mary Wilkins Freeman; The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant; and The Gift of the Magi by O Henry.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Delight in timeless stories from diverse cultures and eras.
Who is this book for?
This collection offers a fascinating glimpse into storytelling from well-loved classics to lesser-known gems before 1914. If you're passionate about exploring cultural tales and moral lessons framed in rich language, you'll find this book a captivating journey through history’s storytelling essence. It’s perfect for those who love discovering stories that have stood the test of time.
