The Black Dog

The Black Dog: And Other Stories is a restored edition of A. E. Coppard’s acclaimed collection of literary short fiction, blending rural English settings with psychological depth, quiet mystery, and poetic observation. This 2026 edition presents the stories in a clean, modern format for readers who enjoy British literary fiction, modernist short stories, and the quiet intensity of early twentieth‑century narrative craft.

Coppard’s tales explore the lives of ordinary people touched by strange events, fleeting encounters, and emotional undercurrents. His prose is lyrical and precise, capturing the mood of the countryside and the complexities of human experience with subtlety and grace.

Designed for literary readers, collectors, and fans of classic short fiction, this volume is part of the Rectory Print Classics series — a collection dedicated to restoring iconic works of literature with clarity, care, and respect for their original voice.