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'The Lady, or the Tiger?' is one of the most famous short stories ever written. First published in 1882, Frank R. Stockton’s thought-provoking tale presents a semi-barbaric king who devises a unique form of justice: a prisoner must choose between two doors, behind one of which is a ferocious tiger, and behind the other, a beautiful lady to whom he will be immediately married. When a courtier is accused of loving the king’s daughter, he faces this very dilemma. The princess, knowing what lies behind each door, must decide whether to save her lover or condemn him to another woman. Stockton masterfully leaves the story open-ended, prompting readers to ponder the complexities of love, jealousy, and free will. This collection also contains other captivating short stories by Stockton, showcasing his wit and narrative skill. Experience the enduring appeal of Stockton’s imaginative storytelling. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
