The Collected Short Stories of Annie S. Swan is a literary treasure that showcases the remarkable talents of Annie Shepherd Swan, a Scottish journalist and prolific fiction writer. With a career spanning from 1878 until her passing in 1943, Swan was a literary force known for her romantic fiction tailored for women. Her legacy includes over 200 novels, serials, and stories published under various pseudonyms, including David Lyall and Mrs. Burnett Smith.

Beyond her literary contributions, Swan was politically active, engaging in the suffragist movement, championing Liberal causes, and playing a founding role in the Scottish National Party. This anthology preserves her captivating narratives, making it a must-read for those drawn to her enduring literary and political influence.