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A glorious collection of some of the finest British short stories ever written. The Dog – Arnold Bennet, Not On The Passenger List – Barry Pain, The Old Man’s Tale About The Queer Client – Charles Dickens, The Half Brothers – Elizabeth Gaskell, The Veiled Portrait – James McGovan, Markheim – Robert Louis Stevenson, The Bottle Imp – Robert Louis Stevenson, The Adventures Of The Kind Mr. Smith – William J. Locke, The Man Of Mystery – Barry Pain, The Brazilian Cat – Sir. Arthur Conan Doyle.

This selection of stories relates the many experiences and complexities of womanhood; sometimes joyful, sometimes sad but always enriching. With stories by Edith Wharton, Katherine Mansfield and Elizabeth Gaskell - it includes 'Ladies in Lavender' by William J. Locke, the inspiration for the film of the same name starring Judi Dench and Maggie Smith.

The Christmas Mystery by William J. Locke is a heartwarming and enchanting tale that captures the magic of the holiday season with a touch of intrigue. Set in a quaint English village blanketed in snow, the story weaves together themes of love, kindness, and redemption against the backdrop of Christmas festivities. It begins with the unexpected arrival of a mysterious stranger in the village, whose presence sparks curiosity and speculation among the villagers.