Masterpieces of Adventure: Adventures Within Walls is a book written by Nella Braddy and first published in 1922. It is a collection of short stories that explore the theme of adventure within the confines of walls, whether they be the walls of a prison, a castle, or a convent. The stories in this collection are written by various authors, including Edgar Allan Poe, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Charles Dickens, among others. Each story is unique in its own way, but all share the common thread of being set within walls. The book opens with an introduction by the author, in which she reflects on the nature of adventure and how it can be found even in the most unlikely of places. She then goes on to provide a brief overview of each of the stories included in the collection, giving readers a glimpse into what they can expect to find within its pages. The stories themselves range in tone and style, from the suspenseful and eerie ""The Pit and the Pendulum"" by Edgar Allan Poe to the swashbuckling adventure of ""The Black Arrow"" by Robert Louis Stevenson. Other notable stories include ""The Prisoner of Zenda"" by Anthony Hope, ""The Yellow Wallpaper"" by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, and ""The Cask of Amontillado"" by Edgar Allan Poe. Overall, Masterpieces of Adventure: Adventures Within Walls is a thrilling and engaging collection of stories that will appeal to anyone who enjoys tales of adventure, suspense, and intrigue. Whether you are a fan of classic literature or simply looking for a good read, this book is sure to satisfy.In Four Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
