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This is the story of a bad boy. Well, not such a very bad, but a pretty bad boy; and I ought to know, for I am, or rather I was, that boy myself.

"The Queen of Sheba": This novella tells the story of a young American artist, Julian Raleigh, who travels to Italy to study art. In Italy, he becomes captivated by a beautiful and enigmatic woman who goes by the name of the Queen of Sheba. The story explores themes of love, art, and the allure of the exotic."My Cousin the Colonel": This novella focuses on the character of Colonel Crocker, who visits his cousin, the narrator of the story. The Colonel is a worldly and adventurous man who re...

Though best remembered as a poet and as an influential editor at several august publications, including New York Illustrated News and Atlantic Monthly, author Thomas Bailey Aldrich also wrote a number of elegant, understated and witty novels, and later turned to subjects that hewed more closely to the conventions of the action-adventure genre. Fans of intelligent, finely wrought fiction will appreciate this volume that brings together some of Aldrich's most popular tales.

*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS***Synopsis:IN his Memoirs, Kropotkin states the singular fact that the natives of the Malayan Archipelago have an idea that something is extracted from them when their likenesses are taken by photography. Here is the motive for a fantastic short story, in which the hero-an author in vogue or a popular actor-might be depicted as having all his good qualities gradually photographed out of him.

*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS***Synopsis:Thomas Bailey Aldrich, (born Nov. 11, 1836, Portsmouth, N.H., U.S.—died March 19, 1907, Boston), poet, short-story writer, and editor whose use of the surprise ending influenced the development of the short story. He drew upon his childhood experiences in New Hampshire in his popular classic The Story of a Bad Boy (1870).Aldrich left school at 13 to work as a merchant’s clerk in Ne...

This file includes: an Old town by the Sea, Ponkapog Papers, The Queen of Sheba and My Cousin the Colonel, The Stillwater Tragedy, and The Story of a Bad Boy. According to Wikipedia: "Thomas Bailey Aldrich (November 11, 1836 – March 19, 1907) was an American poet, novelist, traveler and editor, born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire... In 1865 he moved to Boston and was editor for ten years for Ticknor and Fields—then at the height of their prestige—of the eclectic weekly Every Saturday, discon...

In "Marjorie Daw," Thomas Bailey Aldrich presents a charming and witty exploration of romantic ideals and societal expectations in 19th-century America. Through a series of cleverly crafted letters, Aldrich intertwines humor and sentiment as he narrates the story of Marjorie, a young woman whose enigmatic character captivates a group of suitors. The epistolary format lends a modern sensibility to Aldrich's prose, inviting readers to engage intimately with the characters' thoughts and emoti...

"Ponkapog Papers" is a collection of essays and sketches by Thomas Bailey Aldrich that captures the essence of life in a small New England town. Aldrich's writing is characterized by its wit, charm, and keen observations of human nature. Through his vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, he paints a picture of the quaint and sometimes eccentric characters that inhabit Ponkapog. The essays reflect a deep appreciation for the simplicity and beauty of everyday life, making them resonat...

In "Père Antoine's Date-Palm," Thomas Bailey Aldrich deftly weaves a narrative that transcends mere storytelling, immersing readers in a rich tapestry of themes including cultural identity, nostalgia, and the human connection to nature. Set against the exotic backdrop of New Orleans and its vibrant Creole culture, Aldrich's prose is characterized by meticulous detail and a lyrical quality that evokes the haunting beauty of the region. The novel is a poignant reflection of its time, captur...

*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS***Synopsis:Thomas Bailey Aldrich (1836-1907) was an American poet, novelist, traveller, and editor. His father's death in 1849 compelled Aldrich to abandon the idea of college and he entered his uncle's business office in New York at age 16 in 1852. Here he soon became a constant contributor to the newspapers and magazines. From 1856 to 1859 he was on the staff of the Home Journal and during the Civi...

Thomas Bailey Aldrich was born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire on November 11, 1836. His family moved to New Orleans when he was a child and he only returned to Portsmouth in preparation for college. He describes this period of his life in his semi-autobiographical novel The Story of a Bad Boy (1870), in which "Tom Bailey" is the juvenile hero. This novel contains one of the first realistic depictions of childhood in American fiction. With his collection of stories entitled Marjorie Daw and Othe...