Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of E. W. Hornung

Step into the bustling streets of late‑Victorian London and beyond, where cleverness and daring often outshine brute force. This collection gathers a lively assortment of short fiction that captures the wit, suspense, and social sparkle of an era on the edge of modernity. Listeners will hear the crackle of carriage wheels, the clink of a tea cup, and the hush of a secret ledger being passed.

Among the tales, a polished gentleman thief moves through high society with a wink and a plan, while his loyal companion watches the police scramble in bewilderment. Other stories plunge into gritty investigations, mysterious cargos drifting across seas, and outback duels that test honor as much as skill.

Each narrative unfolds with a brisk pace, offering enough intrigue to hook your attention within minutes while leaving larger mysteries for later. Whether you favor clever capers, courtroom twists, or remote wilderness drama, the collection delivers a satisfying taste of Hornish’s versatile storytelling.