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Step into the gritty world of British third-rate theaters circa 1900 with Position of Peggy Harper. Follow the journey of Christopher Tatham, a struggling actor navigating the precarious landscape of minor roles and relying on his uncles charity, all while dreaming of stardom. Along the way, he encounters Peggy Harper, a fellow aspirant facing similar challenges. Together, they strive to carve out their own paths to fame and success amidst the backdrop of an unforgiving industry. Drawing from his own experiences as an actor and actor-manager, Leonard Merrick brings this poignant tale to life (...

Dive into the enchanting world of Leonard Merricks Man who Understood Women, and Other Stories, a captivating collection of 20 short stories that beautifully capture the essence of early 20th century England. Each tale explores a diverse array of themes, inviting readers to experience life through the eyes of one of the most esteemed writers of his era. Despite his remarkable talent and recognition from contemporaries like William Dean Howells, Merricks work has faded from public memory, making this collection a hidden gem waiting to be rediscovered. Let Carolins narration transport you to a ...

When Miriam Lea falls on hard times, an advertisement calling for private agents catches her eye, and within weeks she finds herself in Mr Bazalgette's employ as a private detective, travelling on a train to Hamburg in pursuit of an audacious fraudster. What follows is a journey through some of the great cities of Europe - and eventually to South Africa - as Miss Lea attempts to find her man.