Publisher's Synopsis
Things Wise and Otherwise is a collection of short stories written by Charles Wesley Biddle and originally published in 1900. The book features a total of twenty-two stories, each one exploring different themes and topics. Some of the stories are humorous, while others are more serious in tone. The stories in Things Wise and Otherwise are set in various locations, including the United States, Europe, and Asia. They feature a diverse cast of characters, from everyday people to royalty and aristocrats. The book's title, Things Wise and Otherwise, refers to the fact that the stories offer both wisdom and entertainment. Some of the tales are cautionary, offering moral lessons to the reader, while others are simply entertaining and lighthearted. Overall, Things Wise and Otherwise is a charming collection of short stories that provides a glimpse into turn-of-the-century life and culture. It is a great read for anyone who enjoys classic literature and short fiction.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.
