Bluebeard

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Bluebeard

by Clifton Johnson

EN·~1 hours

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Description

A wealthy man with a striking blue beard lives in a sumptuous mansion filled with gold, silk and fine furnishings. Though his appearance frightens many, his generosity and charm eventually win over Fatima, the younger of two sisters, who agrees to become his wife. Their early days together are marked by lavish celebrations, feasts, and the promise of a life surrounded by beauty.

When Bluebeard must travel for weeks, he entrusts Fatima with the keys to every room—except one, sealed by a small polished steel key. Curiosity gnaws at her, and despite her husband’s warning, she slips into the forbidden chamber. Inside, she discovers a chilling scene that shatters her optimism, leaving her trembling with fear and a lingering blood‑stained key in her hand.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (84K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2011-09-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Clifton Johnson

Clifton Johnson

1865–1940

Known for vivid travel writing and an eye for everyday life, this New England author blended storytelling, photography, and observation in a way that still feels fresh. His books often wander through villages, roads, and landscapes, inviting readers to slow down and notice the world around them.

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