The Bachelor's Christmas And Other Stories (1895)

The Bachelor's Christmas and Other Stories is a collection of short stories written by Robert Grant and originally published in 1895. The book contains six stories, each with its unique plot and characters. The first story, The Bachelor's Christmas, is a heartwarming tale about a bachelor who spends Christmas alone but unexpectedly finds love. The second story, A Case of Conscience, is a humorous account of a man who tries to cheat his way out of paying a debt. In The Confessions of a Frivolous Girl, a young woman reflects on her past and the lessons she has learned. The fourth story, The Evolution of a Club Man, is a satire on the social clubs of the time. The fifth story, The Parvenu's Daughter, is a cautionary tale about the dangers of wealth and social climbing. Finally, The Romance of an Ugly Policeman tells the story of a man who, despite his unattractive appearance, finds love and happiness. Overall, The Bachelor's Christmas and Other Stories is a delightful collection of tales that offer insight into the social norms and values of the late 19th century.Illustrated By C. D. Gibson, I. R. Wiles, A. B. Wenzell, And C. Carleton.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.