The Lady, or the Tiger?: And Other Stories (Classic Reprint)
No. of pages 298
Published: 2018
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"The Lady, or the Tiger?" is a short story that explores themes of love, jealousy, and human instinct. Set in a semi-barbaric kingdom, it tells the tale of a man who is put on trial by a king who has a unique method of justice. The accused must choose between two doors: behind one is a beautiful lady intended for marriage, and behind the other is a fierce, hungry tiger that will kill him. The protagonist's lover, the princess, knows which door conceals the lady and which holds the tiger, leading to a dramatic dilemma about whether to reveal this crucial information. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 298 pages in this book. This book was published in 2018 by Forgotten Books .
Frank R. Stockton (1834-1902) was born in Philadelphia and as the author of many novels, short stories and imaginative tales for children, he remained one of the most popular humorists in the United States until his death. P. J. Lynch won the 1987 Mother Goose Award and has twice been awarded the Kate Greenaway Medal.