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"A Deal in Ostriches" by H. G. Wells is a clever and entertaining tale of mystery and intrigue, set in the bustling world of 19th-century trade. The story follows a group of merchants involved in a peculiar deal involving a shipment of live ostriches. As the birds are transported by rail, one of them is suspected of having swallowed a priceless diamond. What begins as a simple business transaction quickly escalates into a tense and humorous investigation, as the characters scramble to discover which ostrich holds the fortune. Wells' sharp wit and keen observation of human nature shine through in this lighthearted yet suspenseful tale, where greed and chance collide in the most unexpected of ways. "A Deal in Ostriches" is a delightful short story that keeps readers guessing until the very end.
By Isabel"A Deal in Ostriches" by H. G. Wells is a clever and entertaining tale of mystery and intrigue, set in the bustling world of 19th-century trade. The story follows a group of merchants involved in a peculiar deal involving a shipment of live ostriches. As the birds are transported by rail, one of them is suspected of having swallowed a priceless diamond. What begins as a simple business transaction quickly escalates into a tense and humorous investigation, as the characters scramble to discover which ostrich holds the fortune. Wells' sharp wit and keen observation of human nature shine through in this lighthearted yet suspenseful tale, where greed and chance collide in the most unexpected of ways. "A Deal in Ostriches" is a delightful short story that keeps readers guessing until the very end.