Love in a Wych Elm and Other Stories

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Set in the picturesque Kent countryside, this collection features poignant stories that showcase the depth and charm of rural life. Celebrated author HE Bates, often likened to Chekhov by Graham Greene, offers a masterful exploration of human emotions and relationships. Selected by his grandson, Tim Bates, these tales reveal why Bates is regarded as one of the finest short story writers of his generation, blending nostalgia with keen observations of everyday life.