
audiobook
by Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury) Cobb, James Oliver Curwood, Edna Ferber, Peter B. (Peter Bernard) Kyne, Meredith Nicholson, H. C. (Harry Charles) Witwer
INTRODUCTION by RAY LONG
FOREWORD
The GAY OLD DOG[1] By Edna Ferber
FOREWORD
The ESCAPE of MR. TRIMM[2] By IRVIN S. COBB
FOREWORD
POINT[3] BY PETER B. KYNE
FOREWORD
KAZAN[4] BY JAMES OLIVER CURWOOD
II
Step into an intimate literary salon where six of the era’s most celebrated writers gather over coffee to reveal the one tale each holds dearest. Guided by an editor’s warm introduction, the collection opens with personal anecdotes that set the tone for a series of short stories hand‑picked for their lasting appeal.
The selections span a rich tapestry of moods and settings— from heartfelt domestic scenes to rugged frontier adventures, witty humor to poignant romance. Each author’s unique voice shines through, offering a glimpse of the craft that earned them enduring popularity, while the stories themselves remain accessible and engaging for any listener.
Beyond entertainment, the volume serves as a masterclass in storytelling, illustrating how thoughtful imagination and diligent effort create work that resonates across generations. Whether you’re a devoted reader or an aspiring writer, these beloved pieces provide both pleasure and insight into what makes a story truly stand the test of time.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (304K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United States: International Magazine, 1925.
Credits
Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.)
Release date
Jul 23, 2021
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

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by Peter B. (Peter Bernard) Kyne

by Meredith Nicholson

by Edna Ferber

by Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury) Cobb

by Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury) Cobb

by Meredith Nicholson

by Edna Ferber