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PREFACE
CRUZ ALTA
IN A GERMAN TRAMP
THE GOLD FISH
A HEGIRA
SIDI BU ZIBBALA
LA PULPERIA
HIGGINSON’S DREAM
CALVARY
Thirteen Stories gathers a dozen vivid sketches that whisk listeners from the crowded avenues of London to the wide horizons of the Pampas. The author writes with a wry, conversational tone, turning brief encounters—a hidden observer watching a river‑bound nymph, a sardonic view of modern warfare—into sharply observed vignettes. Each piece feels like a postcard from a restless traveler, stamped with keen humor and a healthy distrust of pretension.
The collection roams from mischievous countryside pranks to incisive comments on politics and society, mixing tender recollections of youth with biting social satire. Vivid description and restless curiosity turn ordinary moments—rustling leaves, the hum of a railway carriage—into memorable scenes that linger after the listening ends. Listeners who enjoy clever observation, a touch of rebellion, and concise storytelling will find these sketches both entertaining and thought‑provoking.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (299K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2015-03-17
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1852–1936
A restless traveler, sharp political voice, and gifted storyteller, this Scottish writer turned a life of adventure into vivid books and essays. His work draws on South America, Spain, and Scotland, mixing romance, observation, and strong opinions in a style that still feels lively.
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