Van Bibber and Others: Classic Tales in Rhyme

By David Berkey

VAN BIBBER AND OTHERS is a sparkling, fast-paced collection of classic short fiction-full of wit, charm, and sharp social observation-based on the celebrated stories by Richard Harding Davis, now presented in a fresh edition by David Berkey.

Meet Cortlandt Van Bibber: polished, amusing, and always one step away from trouble-or triumph. In these tales, high society manners collide with unexpected twists, revealing how quickly fortune, reputation, and romance can change when pride gets poked and plans go sideways.

These stories are ideal for readers who love turn-of-the-century sophistication, clever dialogue, and characters who feel both timeless and surprisingly modern.

Inside this collection, you'll enjoy:

Smart, entertaining storytelling with a classic literary voice

Social satire and humor that gently skewers status, vanity, and ambition

Sharp character portraits-from the polished to the pretentious

Twists of romance, pride, and consequence in beautifully paced short fiction

A vintage New York atmosphere where appearances are everything-and never quite what they seem

If you enjoy short stories with style, wit, and a touch of old-world glamour, Van Bibber and Others belongs in your library.

Buy now and step into a world where charm is currency, conversation is sport, and one perfectly timed remark can change everything.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GF7GL6Y1
• ISBN13: 9798242742093
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.5" x 11.0"