A. Conan Doyle 
The Great Shadow And Other Napoleonic Tales 

"The Great Shadow and Other Napoleonic Tales" is a collection of short stories written by Arthur Conan Doyle. The stories are set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars and offer a glimpse into the lives of soldiers and civilians affected by the conflict. The title story, "The Great Shadow, " is a satirical piece that pokes fun at the jingoistic fervor that swept through Britain during the war. The story revolves around a group of young men who become obsessed with the idea of joining the military and fighting Napoleon. Other stories in the collection include "The Crime of the Brigadier, " which follows the investigation into a murder on a French battlefield, and "The Surgeon of Gaster Fell, " which tells the tale of a doctor who sets out to prove the existence of a legendary monster in the English countryside. Overall, the collection offers an entertaining and insightful look at the impact of war on society and individuals, and showcases Conan Doyle's skill as a writer of historical fiction.