"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...