Byron Butterworth

Shadowy Places Byron Butterworth

Shadowy Places is a collection of short stories and observations that offer insightful views on our times -- from joy to sorrow. Two feminists arrive at a tantalizing fix for gender-biased language. A young girl's grit to show compassion in the face of indifference. The myth that we have five senses -- when we actually have twenty-one. The most amazing true story you will ever hear about a sheep. The unspoken price of gun ownership. The folly of seeking revenge. A unique view on the origin and importance of laughter -- including the funniest joke of the year. An unexpected romance. Lessons learned by a first-time dog owner from a remarkable Welsh Terrier, Tess. The choice one woman must make on whether to stand up for gay marriage.