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100	1		_aAnstey, F., _d1856-1934
245	1	0	_aStories by English Authors: London (Selected by Scribners)
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2006-03-26
505	0		_aThe Inconsiderate Waiter, By J. M. Barrie -- The Black Poodle, By F. Anstey -- That Brute Simmons, By Arthur Morrison -- A Rose Of The Ghetto, By I. Zangwill -- An Idyl Of London, By Beatrice Harraden -- The Omnibus, "Q" [Quiller-Couch] -- The Hired Baby, By Marie Correlli
508			_aProduced by Dagny; John Bickers and David Widger
520			_a"Stories by English Authors: London" by F. Anstey et al. is a collection of short stories compiled in the early 20th century. The book presents various narratives exploring themes of social class, human behavior, and everyday dilemmas through comedic and poignant lenses, all set against the backdrop of London life. Among the featured tales is "The Inconsiderate Waiter" by J.M. Barrie, which humorously portrays the peculiar relationship between a member of a private club and his long-suffering waiter, William. The opening of "The Inconsiderate Waiter" introduces us to the protagonist, a club member who reflects on his seemingly trivial yet revealing interactions with his waiter, William. The narrative begins with the member's disdain for oysters, which William, who once understood his preferences, inexplicably serves him, leading to the protagonist's growing irritation. As the scene unfolds, we learn that William is deeply concerned for his sick wife, a fact that disrupts the member's well-ordered life and dining experience. This initial setup sets the stage for a deeper exploration of class distinctions, personal connections, and the often unnoticed lives of those in service roles, blending humor with social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aLondon (England) -- Fiction
653			_aShort stories, English
700	1		_aBarrie, J. M. _q(James Matthew), _d1860-1937
700	1		_aCorelli, Marie, _d1855-1924
700	1		_aHarraden, Beatrice, _d1864-1936
700	1		_aMorrison, Arthur, _d1863-1945
700	1		_aQuiller-Couch, Arthur, _d1863-1944
700	1		_aZangwill, Israel, _d1864-1926
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2135
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