
Part 1
In a kingdom ruled by a flamboyant monarch whose whims shape law, justice takes a theatrical form. The king’s arena presents the accused with two identical doors: one unleashes a ferocious tiger, the other reveals a lady destined to become his bride. This bizarre blend of cruelty and romance turns every trial into a public spectacle, leaving the crowd breathless with anticipation.
Against this backdrop, a young noble finds himself entangled in a heartbreaking dilemma. He loves a beautiful woman, yet the king’s decree forces him to choose between certain death and an unexpected marriage to a stranger. As the doors stand side by side, the tension between love, fate, and the capricious will of the ruler builds to a moment that will haunt both the participants and the onlookers forever.
Language
en
Duration
~15 minutes (15K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
1996-01-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1834–1902
Best known for the irresistible puzzle-story "The Lady, or the Tiger?", this 19th-century American writer mixed wit, fantasy, and suspense in a way that still feels fresh. His tales range from playful fairy stories to clever moral riddles, making him an inviting author for both younger listeners and adults.
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by Frank R. Stockton

by Frank R. Stockton

by Frank R. Stockton

by Frank R. Stockton

by Frank R. Stockton

by Frank R. Stockton

by Frank R. Stockton

by Frank R. Stockton