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Some Persons Unknown

By E. W. Hornung
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A collection of short tales that sketch a variety of social types and intimate moments from domestic and public life. Each story concentrates on a vivid episode—childhood recklessness, illness and recovery, bereavement, chance encounters, and theatrical or literary episodes—revealing character through quiet crises and small moral choices. Narratives favor close observation of manners, loyalties, and private anxieties, balancing sentiment with touches of irony, and use concise, episodic structure to draw out emotional consequences rather than elaborate plots.

About the Author

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E. W. Hornung

E. W. Hornung was an English author best known for his creation of the character A. J. Raffles, a gentleman thief and cricketer. His most notable work, "A Thief in the Night," showcases Raffles' adventures and has contributed significantly to the genre of crime fiction. Hornung's writing often blends elements of humor and suspense, reflecting the social mores of his time. In addition to his Raffles stories, he wrote novels such as "A Bride from the Bush" and "Dead Men Tell No Tales," which further demonstrate his versatility as a storyteller. His works remain a part of the literary heritage of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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