The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs
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Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943
English
"The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs is a horror short story written during the early 20th century. This chilling tale explores the themes of fate, consequence, and the dangers of tampering with the unknown. It revolves around a mystical object—a monkey's paw—that grants its owner three wishes, but with dire repercussions. The story begins with the W...
life in their home. They encounter Sergeant-Major Morris, who introduces them to the monkey's paw and its sinister reputation. Skeptical but intrigued, Mr. White wishes for 200 pounds, which he soon receives, but only at the tragic cost of Herbert's life in a freak accident at work. Grief-stricken, Mrs. White urges her husband to use the paw again to bring their son back, leading to a heart-wrenching climax that challenges their understanding of life and death. As the old man makes his final wish, the story leaves readers with a haunting reflection on the perils of desire and the unanticipated results of our choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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