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Exploring the darker aspects of human nature, the first story follows Felix Canaris, a struggling writer who makes a Faustian bargain with the enigmatic Jasper Helwyze, leading to fame at a grave cost. The second story centers on Christie Devon, who inherits wealth but uncovers a sinister family secret that jeopardizes her newfound fortune. Both narratives delve into themes of temptation, morality, and the repercussions of one's choices, showcasing Alcott's gripping and thought-provoking storytelling.
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A Modern Mephistopheles And A Whisper In The Dark (1889), Louisa May Alcott
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- A Modern Mephistopheles And A Whisper In The Dark (1889)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Louisa May Alcott
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 352
- ISBN13
- 9780548788431
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Exploring the darker aspects of human nature, the first story follows Felix Canaris, a struggling writer who makes a Faustian bargain with the enigmatic Jasper Helwyze, leading to fame at a grave cost. The second story centers on Christie Devon, who inherits wealth but uncovers a sinister family secret that jeopardizes her newfound fortune. Both narratives delve into themes of temptation, morality, and the repercussions of one's choices, showcasing Alcott's gripping and thought-provoking storytelling.