The Bottle Imp

The Bottle Imp

by Robert Louis Stevenson
The Bottle Imp

The Bottle Imp

by Robert Louis Stevenson

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Overview

"The Bottle Imp" is an 1891 short story by the Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson usually found in the short story collection "Island Nights' Entertainments". It was first published in the "New York Herald" (February–March 1891) and "Black and White" London (March–April 1891). In it, the protagonist buys a bottle with an imp inside that grants wishes. However, the bottle is cursed; if the holder dies bearing it, his or her soul is forfeit to hell.

This book also includes the following:

1. Illustrated author biography
2. Author bibliography
3. Author facts

Product Details

BN ID: 2940163173303
Publisher: Madeley publishing
Publication date: 12/30/2019
Series: True Classics
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
File size: 9 MB

About the Author

Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894), a Scottish author of novels, poems, and essays, is best known for the classic books Treasure Island, Kidnapped, and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. A literary celebrity during his lifetime, Stevenson remains popular for his celebrated contributions to the adventure and horror genres.

Date of Birth:

November 13, 1850

Date of Death:

December 3, 1894

Place of Birth:

Edinburgh, Scotland

Place of Death:

Vailima, Samoa

Education:

Edinburgh University, 1875
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