the black gondola and other stories

I'm sorry, I haven't actually read 'the black gondola and other stories' in detail. But generally, it might be a collection of stories perhaps set in an interesting location given the mention of 'gondola' which makes me think of Venice. The 'black gondola' could be a central or symbolic element in these stories.

Possible themes could include mystery. The black gondola itself gives an air of mystery, so the stories might revolve around secrets or unknown events. Another theme could be love, set against the backdrop of the gondola rides which can be quite romantic.

One horror story involved a store that promised a certain percentage off all purchases. But when customers got to the register, they realized that the discounts were not being applied correctly. The store staff was unprepared for the volume of customers and the complexity of the deals. There were long lines of angry shoppers who had been misled by the advertising. Some customers ended up leaving without their purchases because they couldn't get the promised discounts and the wait was too long.

One interesting story might be the titular 'The Black Prince'. It could potentially be about a mysterious or noble character named the Black Prince. Maybe it involves his adventures, his relationships, or his quest for something important.

Since I haven't read 'The Black Gondolier and Other Stories' in detail, I can't name the exact stories. However, it could potentially have stories about the life and experiences of the black gondolier, as well as other characters in the Venetian - like setting. Maybe there are stories of mystery, love or tragedy that unfold on the canals and in the city.

I'm not entirely sure without having read it thoroughly, but there's likely to be the character associated with the black phone. Maybe it's a victim or someone who has a special connection to the strange events related to the phone.

The main themes are likely to include psychological terror. The stories probably explore the dark corners of the human mind. There could also be a theme of mystery, with elements that keep the reader guessing. For example, the black phone might be at the center of a mystery that the characters are trying to solve, and this mystery unfolds in a way that reveals deeper aspects of the human condition and the nature of fear.

It's likely that the Black Prince is one of the main characters, as the book is named after him.

I'm not sure specifically. But usually during Black Friday, Other Stories might offer discounts on their clothing items like dresses, tops, and bottoms. Maybe also on their accessories such as bags and jewelry.

It could be for those interested in fictional stories set in unique cultural settings. Maybe people who like stories about Venice or gondoliers in general.