True Wayside Tales (1883)

True Wayside Tales is a collection of short stories written by Mary Elizabeth Herbert and originally published in 1883. The book consists of twelve tales, each set in the English countryside and featuring characters from various walks of life. The stories cover a range of themes, including love, loss, and the supernatural, and are written in a style that is both engaging and accessible to readers of all ages. The book's title refers to the fact that each story takes place on or near a road or pathway, and the tales are said to offer a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people as they go about their daily business. Overall, True Wayside Tales is a charming and entertaining read that offers a fascinating insight into Victorian life and culture.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.