Washington Irving
B. J. Harrison Reads The Devil and Tom ...
Unabridged
31 minutes
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'The Devil and Tom Walker' is a short story by Washington Irving, tackling the theme of making a deal with the devil. The greedy and easily-corruptible Tom sells his soul in exchange for power and riches, but soon regrets his foolish, though absolutely irreversible choice. A typical cautionary and moral tale, 'The Devil and Tom Walker' is a central story in Irving's fiction, emphasizing the problems of human condition, family issues, and decision making. With its vivid folk and supernatural elements, it is a must-read for short fiction and American literature fans.
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