The Forest Smithy

Charles Montgomery Skinner (1852-1907) was an American writer who published myths and legends collection books. His dream was to make American folklore heritage more glorious. Skinner worked in a wide range of genres, he worked as a journalist and a playwright.

This short piece of prose represents a bright example of Skinner's writing style -- laconic and clear. This mysterious story is about a cottage in a villiage where a peddler has stayed. One day here comes a stranger who becomes the reason of the hosts' weird behaviour. The peddler doesn't know what to think...