Stories of Authors, British and American

"Stories of Authors, British and American" by Edwin Watts Chubb is a collection of short stories that seeks to make famous authors seem less like historical figures and more like real people. The book shares entertaining stories from the lives of both British and American writers, highlighting their funny and unusual sides to spark more interest in their books. It starts by talking about the Ancient Tabard Inn, where the characters from Chaucer's Canterbury Tales met, and then moves on to the tale of Sir Philip Sidney's bravery, showing his kind heart even when facing danger. By mixing stories and places, the book gets readers ready for exciting stories about different authors, looking at their lives and what inspired them.