The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs

(4 User reviews)   462
By Richard Baker Posted on Jan 9, 2026
In Category - Frontier Stories
Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943
English
"The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs is a horror short story first published in 1902. When the White family receives a mummified monkey's paw that grants three wishes, they dismiss warnings about its terrible power. Their seemingly innocent wish sets off a chain of devastating events that test the boundaries between fate and human desire. This classi...
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literature, spawning countless retellings across stage, film, and television. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Logan Anderson
2 months ago

After completing the first chapter, the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. This sets a high standard for similar books.

George Perez
2 months ago

From a technical perspective, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. I’d rate this higher if I could.

Jackson Miller
2 months ago

Initially overlooked, this book the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. It was exactly what I needed right now.

Elizabeth Martin
4 months ago

Reading this felt refreshing because the content encourages further exploration of the subject. This felt rewarding to read.

4.5
4.5 out of 5 (4 User reviews )

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