Modern Short Stories – Edited by John Hatfield (1947 Hardcover, Everyman’s Library, London)

This 1947 Everyman’s Library edition of Modern Short Stories is a delightful vintage collection, discovered in a bookseller’s stall along the Seine in Paris. Bound in red cloth with gold embossing, it measures about 5" x 7" and shows gentle wear that only adds to its character.

Condition: Good vintage condition. Red cloth binding well worn but sturdy, pages clean, spine intact. A charming decorative volume as well as a readable treasure.

Inside are stories from some of the great names of modern literature, including Rudyard Kipling, O. Henry, James Joyce, and Joseph Conrad. A thoughtful little anthology, perfect for browsing, gifting, or displaying on a shelf of vintage classics.