The Safety Curtain, and Other Stories

The Safety Curtain, and Other Stories is a collection of short stories by Ethel M. Dell, written in the early 20th century. The book opens with a dramatic tale of a fire during a performance, focusing on the heroic efforts of Merryon, a major in the Indian Army, to rescue a dancer known as the Dragon-Fly. The stories explore themes of courage, human emotions, and relationships, revealing the complexities of vulnerability and determination in the face of adversity.