William Fryer Harvey (1885-1937) was an English writer of short stories, most notably in the mystery and horror genres.

"Tha Man who hated Aspidistras" is an eerie tale of a man whose life, from boyhood onward, as been blighted by the sinister houseplants favoured by Victorian ladies. His dislike turns almost to a mania... and then things take on a very peculiar turn...