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Captivating tales, inspired by masters of storytelling.
If your reading sweet spot lies in short, compelling tales that promise variety and a touch of literary heritage, Jeffrey Archer's "And Thereby Hangs a Tale" is a treasure trove. Archer channels the spirits of classic short story maestros, offering a modern palette of narratives that are diverse yet universally human, all while showcasing his iconic twist endings. This collection is like a box of gourmet chocolates—each story unique, rich, and satisfying.
- Audie Award Nominee
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ISBN: 9780330520607
Authors:
Jeffrey Archer
Publisher: Pan Books
Date of Publication: 2010-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.73
(rated by 7698 readers)
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Millions of readers around the world have relished Jeffrey Archer's short stories. Taking inspiration from his favorite short story writers - F. Scott Fitzgerald, Maupassant, H. H. Munro, W. Somerset Maugham and O. Henry - Jeffrey Archer has written five bestselling collections over the years and Macmillan are proud to announce this latest addition.
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Captivating tales, inspired by masters of storytelling.
If your reading sweet spot lies in short, compelling tales that promise variety and a touch of literary heritage, Jeffrey Archer's "And Thereby Hangs a Tale" is a treasure trove. Archer channels the spirits of classic short story maestros, offering a modern palette of narratives that are diverse yet universally human, all while showcasing his iconic twist endings. This collection is like a box of gourmet chocolates—each story unique, rich, and satisfying.
- Audie Award Nominee
Note: 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.
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