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Blue Beard - cover

Blue Beard

Charles Perrault

Verlag: 책보요여

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Beschreibung

The fairy tale \"Bluebeard,\" written by Charles Perrault, revolves around a wealthy man with a sinister secret—he repeatedly marries and murders his wives. When a new bride enters his life, she becomes determined to uncover the truth and escape the grisly fate that befell her predecessors. Perrault\'s haunting narrative delves into themes of curiosity, danger, and the struggle for survival, serving as a cautionary tale about the consequences of unchecked curiosity and the courage required to confront malevolent forces.
Verfügbar seit: 24.08.2023.
Drucklänge: 40 Seiten.

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