The Dualitists

Exploring themes of corrupted youth and parental neglect, this short story follows a couple who, after long struggles with infertility, indulge their identical twins' increasingly destructive behavior. Initially focused on household items, the twins' mischief escalates to harming animals and eventually local children, revealing a chilling blend of horror and dark comedy. Bram Stoker's early work, often overshadowed by his later fame, invites critical reassessment for its unsettling portrayal of innocence turned malevolent.