| Title | : | B. J. Harrison Reads The Devil and Tom Walker |
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| Author | : | Washington Irving |
| Release | : | 2021-02-17 |
| Kind | : | audiobook |
| Genre | : | Classics |
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| 1 | B. J. Harrison Reads The Devil and Tom W | Washington Irving |
| "The Devil and Tom Walker" is a short story by Washington Irving, tackling the theme of making a deal with the devil. The greedy and easily-corruptible Tom sells his soul in exchange for power and riches, but soon regrets his foolish, though absolutely irreversible choice. A typical cautionary and moral tale, "The Devil and Tom Walker" is a central story in Irving's fiction, emphasizing the problems of human condition, family issues, and decision making. With its vivid folk and supernatural elements, it is a must-read for short fiction and American literature fans. |
