El Almohadón De Plumas by Horacio Quiroga
In this haunting tale, a young woman named Alicia falls mysteriously ill shortly after her marriage, experiencing a rapid decline in health that baffles her husband, Jordan, and their doctors. As her condition worsens, she becomes increasingly weak and delirious, confined to her bed in their cold, silent home. The story takes a chilling turn when the true cause of her illness is discovered, revealing a sinister presence lurking within the very object meant to provide comfort and rest. This unsettling narrative explores themes of isolation, the fragility of life, and the hidden dangers that can reside in the most unsuspecting places.
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- Published
- 1917
- Nationality
- Uruguayan
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 5-10
- Original Language
- Spanish
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