Alexander Woollcott

Dogs may be man's best friend, but every friendship is different. Prepare to meet Nicholas, a gregarious Airedale whose arrival in a moneyed Long Island home unleashes complete and total chaos throughout the neighbourhood. Verdun Belle, the lady of the title, is a silky-eared spaniel whose loyalty - and litter of puppies - rallies an entire American regiment fighting on the Western Front during the First World War. Then there's Egon, a large - very large - German Shepherd, accustomed to summering on the Côte d'Azur, and to managing the diaries and daily activities of his human charges, whether they want him to or not. This charmingly illustrated collection of three delightful stories, rediscovered after decades out of print, shows our canine companions in all their guises: comic, heroic, companionable.

""Waggish Tales of the Czechs"" is a collection of humorous short stories written by Norman Lockridge. The book features a variety of tales that showcase the Czech people's wit, humor, and unique cultural traditions. From a clever peasant outwitting a greedy landlord to a group of mischievous schoolboys pulling pranks on their teacher, each story is filled with laughter and lightheartedness. Lockridge's writing style is engaging and entertaining, making this book a fun read for anyone looking for a good laugh. The stories are also a great way to learn more about Czech culture and traditions. Overall, ""Waggish Tales of the Czechs"" is a delightful collection of humorous stories that will leave readers smiling and chuckling.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.