Books: Labor!

ACCIDENT — Arnold Bennett — Doubleday, Doran ($2.50).

The Story. Tie and socks meticulously matched, shirt and kerchief lovingly harmonized, Frith-Walter basked in his own well-grooming, beamed upon Miss Office smartly busy over his smart luggage. For she was the ultimate in secretaries; as was Elaine in charming wives, Jack in creditable sons, Pearl in chic, sophisticated daughters-in-law. Business was good, a holiday was in order, the most luxurious of trains snorted impatiently to carry Frith-Walter to the Riviera. He was healthy, he was wealthy, he was witty and wise; all was...

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