A Man of Straw: A collection of short stories by Daphne du Maurier

A Man of Straw by Daphne du Maurier

"Behind every quiet face lies a hidden storm; behind every grand gesture, a hollow soul."

Before she became the world-renowned "Mistress of Suspense" with Rebecca and My Cousin Rachel, Daphne du Maurier was already a master at dissecting the darker impulses of the human heart. This evocative collection of short stories, A Man of Straw, showcases the early brilliance of a writer who found terror not in ghosts, but in the fragility of our own characters.

From the chilling psychological tension of "Terror" to the razor-sharp social observation of "A Difference in Temperament," du Maurier weaves a tapestry of lives unravelling. In the title story, "A Man of Straw," she strips away the vanity of a man who is all facade and no substance, leading to a climax that is as inevitable as it is devastating.

Whether exploring the obsessive nature of "The Lover," the cold perfectionism of "The Supreme Artist," or the quiet tragedies found in "Frustration" and "Indiscretion," these seven stories share a haunting commonality: the moment the mask slips.

Key Highlights:

Atmospheric Noir: Immerse yourself in the moody, mid-century settings that du Maurier is famous for.

Psychological Depth: A deep dive into jealousy, vanity, and the small misunderstandings that lead to ruin.

The Early Master: Witness the evolution of a literary icon through her most biting and cynical short fiction.

In A Man of Straw, the shadows aren't in the corners of the room—they are in the people we love, the strangers we meet, and the mirrors we look into.

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Lydbog: 24. april 2026