First published in the August 19, 1843, edition of The Saturday Evening Post. The Black Cat is a study of the psychology of guilt, often paired in analysis with Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart”.
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A short story, written by O. Henry, about a young husband and wife and how they deal with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money.
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“Cat in the Rain” Classic Literature. Short Story by Ernest Hemingway
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The Monkey’s Paw is a classic “three wishes” story that doubles as a horror story and a cautionary tale; reminding us that unintended consequences often accompany the best intentions.
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Classic Literature by Richard Connell
Richard Edward Connell Jr. (October 17, 1893 – November 22, 1949) was an American author and journalist. He is best remembered for his short story “The Most Dangerous Game” (1924) reprinted here.
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