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Monkeys Paw

Monkeys Paw

By: W. W. Jacobs
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 Step into the chilling world of The Monkey’s Paw, a haunting tale penned by W.W. Jacobs in 1902. This dark narrative serves as a cautionary reminder that sometimes, the light at the end of the tunnel might just be an oncoming train. Join Mr. and Mrs. White of Laburnum Villas as they dare to make three wishes granted by the mysterious Monkey’s Paw, despite the ominous fate that befell previous owners. Will they escape the dreadful consequences, or will they too be ensnared by the artifacts sinister power? (Summary by Jim Mowatt.)Copyright Plays and Dramas
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    001 - The Monkeys Paw
    Jan 6 2026
    Step into the chilling world of The Monkey’s Paw, a haunting tale penned by W.W. Jacobs in 1902. This dark narrative serves as a cautionary reminder that sometimes, the light at the end of the tunnel might just be an oncoming train. Join Mr. and Mrs. White of Laburnum Villas as they dare to make three wishes granted by the mysterious Monkey’s Paw, despite the ominous fate that befell previous owners. Will they escape the dreadful consequences, or will they too be ensnared by the artifacts sinister power? (Summary by Jim Mowatt.)
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