A Tale That Was Told : An Annal of the Poor single work   short story  
Issue Details: First known date: 1890... 1890 A Tale That Was Told : An Annal of the Poor
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English tale of an author who starves to death through editors neglecting to read, publish or pay for his work. Warmly humane tone given to the narrative by the poor landlord who cares for him without rent as he lies dying, and pays for his coffin and funeral. Interesting ironic side references to women - vanity, curiostiy etc. (Told by a woman?) (PB)

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    y separately published work icon The Australian Journal vol. 26 no. 306 November 1890 Z1033519 1890 periodical issue 1890 pg. 161-164
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