"Man who Understood Women, and Other Stories" by Leonard Merrick is a collection of short stories that offer a glimpse into the lives and relationships of various characters. The stories are well-crafted and thought-provoking, exploring themes such as love, loss, and human nature.

Merrick's writing is concise and evocative, drawing the reader in with vivid descriptions and compelling storytelling. Each story is unique and engaging, with well-developed characters and intriguing plot twists.

One of the standout stories in the collection is "The Man who Understood Women," which delves into the complicated dynamics of a marriage and the struggle to truly understand one another. The emotional depth and complexity of the characters make this story particularly memorable.

Overall, "Man who Understood Women, and Other Stories" is a captivating read that offers a glimpse into the complexities of human relationships. Merrick's storytelling is both poignant and thought-provoking, making this collection a must-read for fans of literary fiction.

Book Description:
This is a collection of 20 short stories by English novelist and playwright Leonard Merrick. The stories concern varied topics, and succeed to evoke a charming picture of England in the early 20th century.

It is surprising that Merrick's work is no longer known to the public, as he was one of the most highly regarded writers of his own time. William Dean Howells wrote of him, for instance, "I can think of no recent fictionist of his nation who can quite match with Mr. Merrick in that excellence [of "shapeliness" or form in the novel]. This will seem great praise, possibly too great, to the few who have a sense of such excellence; but it will probably be without real meaning to most, though our public might well enjoy form if it could once be made to imagine it." . - Summary by Carolin