Collected Short Stories by E.M. Forster [rare books]

Book Summary:

All the stories in this book were written before the First World War, and were originally published in two volumes, The Celestial Omnibus in 1911, and The Eternal Moment in 1928. Although they are fantasies, and more lighthearted than the major novels like A Passage to India and Howards End, behind their amusing comedy are glimpses of profound themes. The Machine Stops is described by the author 'as a reaction to one of the earlier heavens of H. G. Wells'. Many of the stories express an instinctive belief in the force of Nature. There is a charming skit debunking 'Progress', and another which shows what a true appreciation of literature really means. And, above all, while unmercifully disposing of meaningless social conventions, these masterpieces of irony are full of a trust in human values which is almost unknown to-day.

About the Author:

E.M. Forster (1879-1970) was a British novelist, essayist, and short story writer. He's best known for his novels like "Howards End" and "A Passage to India", which explore themes of love, class, and social status. Forster's writing often combines wit, irony, and insight into the human condition. His works are celebrated for their nuanced portrayals of relationships and society.