Sketches in Lavender, Blue and Green

Diverse themes and clever wit characterize this collection of short fiction. Notable stories include "The Materialism of Charles and Mivanway," where a couple, each believing the other dead after a shipwreck, confronts their feelings amidst a haunting misunderstanding. "Blasé Billy" explores the journey of a jaded man discovering vulnerability in love, while "The Man Who Lived for Others" offers a satirical critique of self-sacrifice at the cost of personal happiness. Each tale uniquely reflects on love and human experience.