The Voice of the City (short story collection, Henry)
The Voice of the City
A man searched for the voice of the city, asking various people for their opinions, but ultimately found the answer in the silent connection he shared with a woman he loved.
The Complete Life of John Hopkins
The Complete Life of John Hopkins (Henry)
A man named John Hopkins lived a life of routine and predictability, until a chance encounter with a woman led him to question his life choices and ultimately find happiness.
A Lickpenny Lover
A frugal man fell in love with a woman who valued material possessions. Despite his efforts to impress her, she ultimately rejected him for his lack of extravagance.
Dougherty's Eye-Opener
Dougherty's Eye-Opener (Henry)
A bartender named Dougherty concocted a drink that opened the eyes of those who consumed it, revealing the true nature of their desires and the consequences of their actions.
Little Speck in Garnered Fruit
Little Speck in Garnered Fruit (Henry)
A young woman, feeling insignificant in the grand scheme of life, found solace and purpose in the love and companionship of a kind-hearted man.
The Harbinger
A man who believed he could predict the future encountered a woman who challenged his beliefs, ultimately leading him to question the nature of fate and destiny.
While the Auto Waits
A chance encounter between a wealthy man and a poor woman led to a brief romance, only for the man to discover that the woman was not who she appeared to be.
A Comedy in Rubber
Two friends embarked on a series of misadventures involving a rubber ball, ultimately learning valuable lessons about friendship and the importance of laughter.
One Thousand Dollars
A young man was given one thousand dollars to spend in a single day, leading him on a journey of self-discovery and a newfound appreciation for the value of money.
The Defeat of the City
The Defeat of the City (Henry)
A city dweller, disillusioned with urban life, sought solace in the countryside, only to find that the city's influence had spread far beyond its borders.
The Shocks of Doom
A man experienced a series of shocking events that led him to question the nature of reality and the existence of a higher power.
The Plutonian Fire
A scientist discovered a powerful new energy source, only to face the moral dilemma of whether to use it for the betterment of humanity or for personal gain.
Nemesis and the Candy Man
Nemesis and the Candy Man (Henry)
A candy salesman found himself at odds with a rival vendor, leading to a series of escalating confrontations and an eventual reckoning.
Squaring the Circle
A mathematician attempted to solve the impossible problem of squaring the circle, ultimately finding the answer in an unexpected place.
Roses, Ruses and Romance
Roses, Ruses and Romance (Henry)
A young woman navigated the complexities of love and deception, ultimately discovering the true meaning of romance.
The City of Dreadful Night
The City of Dreadful Night (Henry)
A man wandered the dark streets of a city at night, encountering a series of strange and unsettling events that led him to question the nature of reality.
The Easter of the Soul
The Easter of the Soul (Henry)
A man experienced a spiritual awakening on Easter Sunday, leading him to reevaluate his life and find a renewed sense of purpose.
The Fool-Killer
A mysterious figure known as the Fool-Killer sought out those who acted foolishly, ultimately teaching them valuable lessons about the consequences of their actions.
Transients in Arcadia
A group of strangers found themselves in a utopian paradise, only to discover that their idyllic existence was not as perfect as it seemed.
The Rathskeller and the Rose
The Rathskeller and the Rose (Henry)
A man and a woman shared a romantic evening at a rathskeller, only to find that their love was not meant to be.
The Clarion Call
A police officer faced a moral dilemma when he was tasked with arresting a childhood friend, ultimately choosing to uphold the law and his duty to the city.
Extradited from Bohemia
Extradited from Bohemia (Henry)
A group of bohemian artists found themselves at odds with the mainstream society, ultimately learning the importance of staying true to their creative passions.
A Philistine in Bohemia
A Philistine in Bohemia (Henry)
A man who rejected the bohemian lifestyle found himself drawn into its world, ultimately discovering the value of artistic expression and the importance of following one's own path.
From Each According to His Ability
From Each According to His Ability (Henry)
A community of people lived by the principle of giving according to their abilities, ultimately learning the importance of cooperation and the value of individual contributions.
The Memento
A woman received a mysterious memento from a past love, leading her on a journey of self-discovery and a renewed appreciation for the power of memory.