Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore

The Wonderful Story of Blue Beard, and His Last Wife

Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878 [Illustrator]· 2 chapters· 4,414 words

Many years ago, a noble castle stood on the side of a hill, surrounded by the most beautiful gardens, groves, and fields. It was the residence of a man amazingly rich; and who therefore had the rooms of his castle furnished with all the elegance that opulence could obtain.

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1. Part 1

Many years ago, a noble castle stood on the side of a hill, surrounded by the most beautiful gardens, groves, and fields. It was the residence of a man amazingly rich; and who t...

2. Part 2

The monster had still sufficient life to speak: he raised himself on one arm, and looking on them all, thus spoke: "I am at last justly punished. By the splendor of my riches, I...