The Waif Woman by Robert Louis Stevenson
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"The Waif Woman" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a short novel written in the early 20th century, specifically in the context of the author's later works during his life. This tale, influenced by Icelandic sagas, delves into themes of vanity, greed, and the supernatural, as it explores the dynamics of human relationships through complex female characters and their interactions within a pastoral setting. The story follows Aud, a shallow woman consumed by
envy and desire, who becomes fixated on the fine possessions of Thorgunna, a mysterious and strong-willed waif woman who arrives on a ship. Upon inviting Thorgunna into her home, Aud seeks to acquire her treasures through manipulation and deceit. As the plot unfolds, Thorgunna dies under unsettling circumstances, leaving behind a dark legacy. Aud's greed culminates in tragic consequences as she reaps the curse of Thorgunna’s wrath, leading to her own demise. The narrative intricately weaves issues of identity, mortality, and the repercussions of avarice, culminating in a haunting and thought-provoking conclusion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Waif Woman |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1916 Chatto & Windus edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Horror tales |
| Subject | Iceland -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19750 |
| Release Date | Nov 10, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 325 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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