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The Monkey's Paw

W.W. Jacobs

32 pages

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About this book

A mummified monkey's paw carrying a spell grants three wishes to each of its owners and fulfills them in unexpected and terrible ways. Includes an analysis of the story and a biography of the author.

Themes
Dark & BroodingMysteriousGrimdarkThought-ProvokingWhat Does It All Mean?Consequences of desireFate vs. free willThe dangers of greed
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