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The Lady, or the Tiger?

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Autor: Stockton, Frank R., 1834-1902 Sprache: Englisch Quelle: Project Gutenberg ID Gutenberg: 396

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“The Lady, or the Tiger?” by Frank R. Stockton is a short story first published in 1882. Set in a semi-barbaric kingdom, accused criminals are subjected to a trial in which they must choose between two doors: one hides a lady they are required to marry, and the other conceals a tiger. The ordeal becomes especially significant when the king’s daughter’s lover is brought to make the choice. Knowing what each door contains, she communicates which option he should select. The narrative concludes without disclosing what ultimately happens, prompting readers to interpret the outcome for themselves.