The Silken Cord and Other Stories is a collection of short fiction by Allen Brooks, originally published in 1919. These stories capture the spirit and style of early 20th-century literature, offering readers a glimpse into a bygone era. Brooks's prose is both elegant and evocative, painting vivid pictures with his words. This anthology showcases a range of themes and styles, from poignant character studies to suspenseful narratives, appealing to those who appreciate finely crafted short fiction. Rediscover these classic stories and experience the timeless appeal of Allen Brooks's storytelling.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.