Author: Various Authors (Edited Anthology) Year Published: c. 1950

Publisher: Odhams Press Ltd., London Measurements: 216 x 148 x 41mm

Published in the 1950s by Odhams Press, The World's Greatest Short Stories is a comprehensive mid-century anthology compiling celebrated works of brief fiction from prominent international writers. The volume features a curated selection of notable literary pieces, including "Adam Urbas" by Jakob Wassermann, alongside numerous other prominent short narratives from global literary history. Bound in a textured, deep blue cloth with gilt spine lettering and a blind-stamped emblem on the cover, this edition serves as an excellent reference volume and display piece for collections centered on mid-20th-century British publishing and general literature. Book condition: Shows expected wear consistent with its age, including minor rubbing to the outer blue cloth cover, light shelf wear along the spine edges, and distinct impact damage/bumping to one corner from being dropped. The gilt lettering on the spine remains legible, and the binding is structurally solid. Internal pages show natural age-toning typical of 1950s paper stock. No major defects observed. Please note: this volume has not been examined page by page and may feature minor age-related flaws, light foxing, or historical markings.