The Howling Man by Charles Beaumont
The story revolves around a traveler who, while seeking refuge in a remote European monastery, encounters a mysterious prisoner held captive by the monks. The prisoner claims to be unjustly imprisoned and pleads for help, but the monks insist he is the embodiment of evil, the Devil himself. Torn between compassion and fear, the traveler grapples with the moral dilemma of whether to release the man or heed the monks' warnings. The narrative explores themes of temptation, morality, and the consequences of one's actions, culminating in a chilling revelation about the true nature of the prisoner.
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- Published
- 1960
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 20-30
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- - Selected Stories of Charles Beaumont
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