Little Stories

Little Stories

by Silas Weir Mitchell

Silas Weir Mitchell, a renowned physician and author, offers a collection of captivating short stories that explore the intricacies of the human experience. Each tale transports readers to diverse settings, from the mystical Arabian desert to a secluded park bench, revealing the complexities and nuances of life. Through haunting encounters, both literal and metaphorical, desperate acts, and moral quandaries, Mitchell unveils the universal truth that life's journey can be as intricate or straightforward as we choose to perceive it.

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Silas Weir Mitchell was a physician, writer, and scientist who lived from 1829 to 1914. He was born in Philadelphia and attended the University of Pennsylvania Medical School. Mitchell is best know...

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