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While presenting many aspects which will be familiar to Kipling readers - rollicking adventures, exotic locales and an interest in the animal world - these Humorous Tales explore the more light-hearted and amusing side to the great master's work.

The Lock and Key Library was an ambitious project to bring together a large collection of the best mystery and detective stories from a variety of times and cultures. This volume, the 8th in the series, concentrates on Modern English stories - modern for 1909 that is. Many are from authors still widely read today: Rudyard Kipling, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson and Wilkie Collins, others from less well-known or anonymous sources. The contents are: My Own True Ghost Story, The Sending of Dana Da, In the House of Suddhoo, His Wedded Wife, A Case of Identity, A Scandal in Bohemia, The Red-Headed League, The Baron's Quarry, The Fowl in the Pot, The Pavilion on the Links, The Dream Woman, The Lost Duchess, The Minor Canon, The Pipe, The Puzzle and The Great Valdez Sapphire.This new edition is not a scan; it has been carefully typeset to be clear and complete.

This tragic novel follows the story of Dick Heldar, a war artist who grapples with the loss of his sight and unrequited love. As his vision fades, so too does his hope, leading him to confront the meaning of his life, work, and relationships. Set against the backdrop of war and artistic ambition, the novel explores themes of sacrifice, despair, and the fragility of human existence.

This volume features Kipling's observations from his travels. American Notes captures his sharp and often critical reflections on the United States during his visit in the late 19th century, offering a mix of admiration and critique of American culture. The City of Dreadful Night delves into the oppressive atmosphere of colonial Calcutta, blending vivid descriptions with a sense of foreboding and discomfort. Both works showcase Kipling's keen eye for detail and his ability to evoke mood through travel writing.