The Monster and Other Stories
| Language | en |
|---|---|
| First published | 2010-02-05 |
| Rights | Public domain in the USA. |
| Gutenberg ID | #31189 |
Description
"The Monster and Other Stories" by Stephen Crane is a collection published in 1899. The title novella follows Henry Johnson, an African-American coachman who becomes grotesquely disfigured after heroically rescuing his employer's son from a fire. When the townspeople of Whilomville brand Henry a "monster," Dr. Trescott's determination to care for him triggers the community's rejection of his entire family. This powerful work explores prejudice, fear, and the true meaning of monstrosity in small-town America, reflecting the era's deep social and racial tensions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)