{"product_id":"the-devil-and-tom-walker-washington-irving-9781806299737","title":"The Devil and Tom Walker: A Faustian Fable of Greed, Damnation \u0026 Deals with Darkness in Early America","description":"\u003cem\u003eWhat if one deal could make you rich-but cost you your soul?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Devil and Tom Walker\u003c\/em\u003e, Washington Irving weaves a macabre and timeless fable rooted in early American folklore. Tom Walker is a bitter, greedy man who, wandering through a gloomy forest, encounters a cloaked stranger-the Devil. Offered unimaginable wealth in exchange for his soul, Tom accepts without hesitation. But wealth gained through darkness always comes at a price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Tom's fortune grows, so does the unease that follows him like a shadow. In the heart of Puritan New England, with its churches, superstition, and whispers of witchcraft, Tom's fate becomes a warning of what happens when men place earthly gain above eternal values.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis modern translation retains Irving's eerie atmosphere and biting irony while adapting the language for today's readers-ensuring accessibility without sacrificing the story's gothic impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Discover in This Modern Translation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Faustian Allegory of Greed and Regret\u003c\/strong\u003e - Explore one man's tragic descent into moral ruin after a pact with the Devil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic American Gothic\u003c\/strong\u003e - Dive into a chilling tale from the early days of American literature, rich with supernatural elements and dark symbolism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessible for Today's Reader\u003c\/strong\u003e - A carefully adapted version that stays true to the original story while enhancing clarity and flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Morality Tale That Still Resonates\u003c\/strong\u003e - Reflect on timeless themes of materialism, sin, and the illusion of control over one's fate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Fans of Classic Horror and Dark Folklore\u003c\/strong\u003e - A gripping read with both literary and haunting appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than just a spooky tale, \u003cem\u003eThe Devil and Tom Walker\u003c\/em\u003e is a powerful parable on the dangers of unchecked ambition. Irving's chilling message? Some shortcuts come with eternal consequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Washington Irving\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1806299739\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781806299737\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Library of Alexandria\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/06\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.08lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.09d","brand":"Washington Irving","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47965514957055,"sku":"9781806299737","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_08f5dc25-6610-4c2d-b22c-c21dd33c5d64.jpg?v=1767281085","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-devil-and-tom-walker-washington-irving-9781806299737","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}