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An alley of flashing spears,: And other stories (Short story index reprint series)
An alley of flashing spears And other stories - Short story index reprint series Author:Donn Byrne A keen psychological penetration, a high gift of pure romance, and an inimitable flair for the portrayal of life are characteristic of the writings of Donn Byrne. In this collection of short stories, all these qualities are amply present, as is evidence of the remarkable color, resourcefulness, and fertility of the author's imagination. Among ... more »the stories included in this volume are: "An Alley of Flashing Spears," the tale of an Irish labor leader, torn between love and public duty; "Treachery," the story of the dilemma in which a murderer's wife was placed; "The Master of Raymond Lully," in which a reporter extraordinary solves the mystery of a quack "prophet"; "Executive Session," wherein a rebellious clerk pulls a gun on his boss; "The Happy Townland," the ironic tale of a business man who had always dreamed of living in the country; and other unusually entertaining stories which admirably represent Donn Byrne.« less