Short Story Collection

Sherlock Holmes and Doctor John Watson. Illustration by Sidney Paget from the Strand magazine for Sir Arthur Conan
DOYLE: SHERLOCK HOLMES. Sherlock Holmes and Doctor John Watson. Illustration by Sidney Paget from the Strand magazine for Sir Arthur Conan Doyles story, The Adventure of Silver Blaze, 1892

DOYLE: SHERLOCK HOLMES. Sherlock Holmes and Professor Moriarty locked in mortal combat at the Reichenbach Falls. Wood engraving after a drawing by Sidney Paget from the Strand magazine for Sir Arthur

IRVING: SLEEPY HOLLOW. The headless horseman scares Ichabod Crane out of town. Wood engraving, American, 1876, for Washington Irvings The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, first published in 1819

POE: HOUSE OF USHER. Woodcut by Constant le Breton for a 20th century edition of Edgar Allan Poes The Fall of the House of Usher, first published in 1839

POE: HOUSE OF USHER, 1839. Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe. Wood engraving, 1938, by Douglas Percy Bliss

DOYLE: SHERLOCK HOLMES. Sherlock Holmes (left) concludes an interview with the Napoleon of crime, Professor Moriarty. Wood engraving after a drawing by Sidney Paget for Sir Arthur Conan Doyles The

POE: THE BLACK CAT, 1894. Lithograph by Aubrey Beardsley for Edgar Allan Poes story, The Black Cat, published 1894

James Augustine Aloysius Joyce, 1882 - 1941. Irish novelist, short story writer, and poet. After a contemporary print

Edmondo De Amicis
3078294 Edmondo De Amicis; (add.info.: Portrait of Edmondo De Amicis (1846-1908) an Italian novelist, journalist, poet and short-story writer. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Rip Van Winkle with the old-fashioned strngers
2604865 Rip Van Winkle with the old-fashioned strngers.; (add.info.: Rip Van Winkle with the old-fashioned stringers. Illustration for the story by Washington Irving first published in 1819-1820)

Rip Van Winkle meets the old man in the mountains
2604866 Rip Van Winkle meets the old man in the mountains.; (add.info.: Rip Van Winkle meets the old man in the mountains, helps carry the liquor, gets drunk and falls into his long sleep)

The Whirlpool: 1883 Illustration ''A Descent Into the Maelstrom''
2604859 The Whirlpool: 1883 Illustration ''A Descent Into the Maelstrom''; (add.info.: The Whirlpool, 1883 Illustration by J)

"Face to Face": Effie Blount's Explanation, 1862. Creator: Unknown
"Face to Face": Effie Blount's Explanation, 1862. Illustration to a short story by John Saunderss. From "Illustrated London News", 1862.

"Lord Riverdale's Repentance": the Last Home of the Riverdales - drawn by Samuel Read, 1862. Illustration to a short story by William J. Stewart

"Lord Riverdale's Repentance": George rescuing his grandfather, drawn by A. Hunt, 1862
"Lord Riverdale's Repentance" [by William J. Stewart]: George rescuing his grandfather, drawn by A. Hunt, 1862. 'That hand was nearer to him at that moment than he dreamt

The Return, (see "The Roundhead's Parole") - drawn by Samuel Read, 1864, Creator: Mason Jackson
The Return, (see "The Roundhead's Parole") - drawn by Samuel Read, 1864. Illustration to a short story. 'The barges went heavily back to Chillington with the returning tide

"Squire Mayduke's Daughter" - drawn by John Gilbert, 1862. Creator: Unknown
"Squire Mayduke's Daughter" - drawn by John Gilbert, 1862. Illustration to a short story by Augustus Mayhew. From "Illustrated London News", 1862.

"Aunt Sally's Christmas-boxes": John Crass's Discomfiture - drawn by A. Hunt, 1862. Creator: Unknown
"Aunt Sally's Christmas-boxes": John Crass's Discomfiture - drawn by A. Hunt, 1862. Illlustration to a short story by Mark Lemon. From "Illustrated London News", 1862.

"Squire Mayduke's Daughter": Will Teague's House - drawn by Samuel Read, 1862. Illustration to a short story by Augustus Mayhew. From "Illustrated London News", 1862.

AI IMAGE - Sherlock Holmes and Professor Moriarty fighting on the Reichenbach Falls, 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Sherlock Holmes and Professor Moriarty fighting on the Reichenbach Falls, 2023. Dramatic encounter between fictional detective Holmes and his greatest foe, the criminal Professor Moriarty

AI IMAGE - Sherlock Holmes and Professor Moriarty fighting on the Reichenbach Falls, 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Sherlock Holmes and Professor Moriarty fighting on the Reichenbach Falls, 2023. Dramatic encounter between fictional detective Holmes and his greatest foe, the criminal Professor Moriarty

"The Prodigal Son", drawn by S. Read, 1860. Creator: M. Jackson. "The Prodigal Son", drawn by S
"The Prodigal Son", drawn by S. Read, 1860. Warily, almost stealthily, with bated breath and cautious step, the youthful figure crossed the terrace walk

"The House on Fire on Christmas Eve", 1860. Creator: Unknown. "The House on Fire on Christmas Eve"
"The House on Fire on Christmas Eve", 1860. Illustration from a short story published in "Illustrated London News", 1860

"The House on Fire on Christmas Eve", 1860. Creator: Joseph Swain
"The House on Fire on Christmas Eve", 1860. You had better ride on, for you get nothing in my house, Mr. Twister!'

"To Christina: a Confession", 1860. Creator: Smyth. "To Christina: a Confession", 1860
"To Christina: a Confession", 1860. Its curved shining finger drew me towards it, and I heard its voice saying "Come!" It's the only way. Hasten! Save yourself!'

"The Font and the Flowers" - drawn by J. Leech, 1860. Creator: Joseph Swain
"The Font and the Flowers" - drawn by J. Leech, 1860. People decorating a church. Illustration to a short story. From "Illustrated London News", 1860

Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889. Creators: Joseph Keppler, Bernhard Gillam
Cartoon from Puck, between 1880 and 1889

Muriel putting the Sealed Paper into Master Walter's Hand, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Muriel putting the Sealed Paper into Master Walter's Hand, 1857. Scene from "Master Walter, the Physician. A Tale of Old London"

The Firing and Sacking of the Synagogue, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Firing and Sacking of the Synagogue, 1857. Scene from "Master Walter, the Physician. A Tale of Old London": "They have fired the Synagogue"...[Muriel] said quietly

The Caorsin seizing Master Walter by the Throat, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Caorsin seizing Master Walter by the Throat, 1857. Scene from "Master Walter, the Physician. A Tale of Old London": Master Walter could read no more

Citizens of London walking in the Pleasant Pastures of Smethefelde, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Citizens of London walking in the Pleasant Pastures of Smethefelde, 1857. Scene from "Master Walter, the Physician. A Tale of Old London": The Smethefelde was thronged, that afternoon

Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown
Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Thunder and lightning: a young man stands outside in the rain, watched by woman from her window

Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown
Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Visitors using steps cut in the cliffs to descend to the beach at Westcliffe

Nikolai Gogol, Russian novelist, dramatist and short story writer (colour litho)
821538 Nikolai Gogol, Russian novelist, dramatist and short story writer (colour litho) by Russian School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nikolai Gogol (1809-1852), Russian novelist

Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910), Russian novelist, short story writer and playwright (colour litho)
817769 Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910), Russian novelist, short story writer and playwright (colour litho) by Russian School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910)

Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910), Russian novelist, short story writer and playwright (colour litho)
817765 Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910), Russian novelist, short story writer and playwright (colour litho) by Russian School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910)

Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown
Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Young man in top hat, smoking a cigar at night. From "Illustrated London News", 1854

Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown
Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Man and woman by the cliffs at Westcliffe. From "Illustrated London News", 1854

Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown
Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Young man in a tweed suit talking to an old salt on the beach at Westcliffe

Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown
Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Young man smoking a very long pipe. I had been anxiously looking forward to the Long Vacation

Illustrations for an edition of Carmen by Prosper Merimee (1803-70) c. 1930 (w / c and gouache on paper)
CHT171801 Illustrations for an edition of Carmen by Prosper Merimee (1803-70) c.1930 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Berty, Maurice (1884-1946); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration from A Descent into the Maelstrom, in Vingt Histoires Extraordinaires, by Edgar Allan Poe (litho)
1200135 Illustration from A Descent into the Maelstrom, in Vingt Histoires Extraordinaires, by Edgar Allan Poe (litho) by Lobel-Riche

Edgar Allan Poe, American poet and short story writer (engraving)
3647977 Edgar Allan Poe, American poet and short story writer (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849)

Kannitverstan (coloured engraving)
979208 Kannitverstan (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kannitverstan.); © Look and Learn

Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910), Russian novelist, short story writer and playwright (photo)
817764 Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910), Russian novelist, short story writer and playwright (photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910)

Ivan Turgenev, Russian novelist, short story writer and playwright (litho)
821652 Ivan Turgenev, Russian novelist, short story writer and playwright (litho) by Repin, Ilya Efimovich (1844-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ivan Turgenev (1818-1883), Russian novelist

Nikolai Gogol, Russian novelist, dramatist and short story writer (litho)
821537 Nikolai Gogol, Russian novelist, dramatist and short story writer (litho) by Ivanov, Aleksandr Andreevich (1806-58); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nikolai Gogol (1809-1852)

Nikolai Gogol, Russian novelist, dramatist and short story writer (colour litho)
821536 Nikolai Gogol, Russian novelist, dramatist and short story writer (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nikolai Gogol (1809-1852), Russian novelist

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"Immerse Yourself in the World of Short Stories: From Sherlock Holmes to Sleepy Hollow" Step into the captivating world of short stories with iconic characters like Sherlock Holmes and Doctor John Watson, brought to life through Sidney Paget's mesmerizing illustrations for Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's thrilling tales. In "The Adventure of Silver Blaze, " witness Holmes and Watson embark on a mysterious investigation, their every move depicted vividly by Paget's skilled hand. Delve deeper into the realm of suspense as you encounter Professor Moriarty locked in mortal combat with Sherlock Holmes at the treacherous Reichenbach Falls. This wood engraving from "The Adventure of the Final Problem" transports you to a climactic showdown that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Travel back in time to Washington Irving's haunting tale, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, " where Ichabod Crane encounters the terrifying headless horseman. The American wood engraving from 1876 perfectly captures Irving's eerie atmosphere, leaving readers spellbound since its first publication in 1819. Edgar Allan Poe takes us on a chilling journey through his macabre masterpiece, "The Fall of the House of Usher. " Constant le Breton's haunting woodcut adds an air of foreboding to this gothic tale that has captivated audiences since its initial release in 1839. Explore another enigmatic work by Poe with Aubrey Beardsley's lithograph for "The Black Cat. " Published in 1894, this story delves into themes of guilt and madness while showcasing Beardsley’s artistic prowess. Discover more literary geniuses like James Joyce, whose contemporary print reminds us why he is celebrated as one Ireland’s greatest writers. His novels and short stories continue to inspire readers around the world.