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Excerpt from Derelicts

"Warm day," said the policeman.

The man thus addressed looked up from the steps, where he was sitting bareheaded, and nodded. Then, rather quickly, he put on his hat.

"Not much Bank Holiday hereabouts."

"So much the better," said the man.

"It's all very well for them as likes it," said the policeman, wiping his forehead.

It was the first Monday in August, and his beat was not a lively one. Curiosity had attracted him toward the sitting figure, and the social instinct prompted conversation. Receiving, however, an uninterested nod in reply to his last remark, he turned away reluctantly and continued his slow tramp up the street.

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In 'Far-away Stories,' William John Locke invites readers into a myriad of finely wrought realms, each spun with the deftness of an accomplished storyteller. This compilation embraces tales as diverse as 'The Song of Life' and 'The Heart at Twenty,' capturing moments where characters face the timeless interplay between fate and will. Locke's narrative style bears a lyrical elegance that harmonizes well with the Edwardian era's literary sensibilities, painting his fictions with a delicate brush dipped in the hues of romance and philosophical reflection. These stories traverse the spectrum of human emotion, set against backdrops both mundane and fantastical, yet all resonate with the unmistakable truth of heartfelt experience. William John Locke's own life is reflected subtly but significantly in his work. Known for his explorations into human psychology and the mores of society, Locke's stories often contemplate the complexities of love and desire. His keen observation and insight into the human condition, doubtlessly sharpened by his own observations as a secretary at the Royal Institute of British Architects, enabled him to infuse his characters with a tangible authenticity, ensuring that his tales endure in the memory long after their conclusion. Book enthusiasts and those yearning for a voyage into Edwardian literary culture will find 'Far-away Stories' a welcomed addition to their collections. Locke's masterful storytelling serves not only as an artifact of its time but also as a timeless expression of the nuances of human experience. It is recommended for readers who appreciate the art of the short story and the joy of a narrative that rewards the senses and provokes the mind.

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Short story by William J Locke, Ladies In Lavender tells the tale of two sisters living in a close-knit fishing village in picturesque Cornwall, 1936. The arrival of a mysterious violinist disrupts their peaceful lives and evokes unrequited love.

William John Locke was a novelist and playwright. Five times Locke's books made the list of best-selling novels in the United States for the year. His works have been made into 24 motion pictures the most recent of which was Ladies in Lavender, filmed in 2004 and starring Dame Judi Dench and Maggie Smith. Adapted to the screen by Charles Dance, it was based on Locke's 1916 short story of the same title that had been published in a collection entitled "Faraway Stories." Probably the most famous of Locke's books adapted to the screen was the 1918 Pickford Film Corporation production of Stella Maris starring Mary Pickford.