Set of ‘The World’s Thousand Best Short Stories’ (20 volumes in 10 books), published by Masterpiece Library

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Set of ‘The World’s Thousand Best Short Stories’ (20 volumes in 10 books), published by Masterpiece Library

Original price was: £1,533.00.Current price is: £1,500.00.

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This multi-volume anthology was published in the early 20th century as part of the popular ‘Masterpiece Library’ series, which aimed to bring classic literature to middle-class households. These comprehensive collections featured short stories from renowned authors across different cultures and time periods, bound in decorative leather or faux-leather bindings with gilt lettering. Such sets were status symbols in homes during the 1900s-1920s, representing education and cultural refinement. These book sets appeal to collectors of vintage literature, bibliophiles, and interior decorators seeking authentic period pieces for libraries or reading rooms. The ornate bindings and comprehensive nature of the collection make them valuable both as reading material and as decorative objects that evoke the golden age of home libraries.

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Date Joined: 15th May 2026

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