Beyond the Wall by Ambrose Bierce
Beyond the Wall by Ambrose Bierce is a short story that follows the journey of a man who has been imprisoned for a crime he did not commit. The story takes place in a dystopian future where the main character, John, is released from prison after serving his time. However, upon his release, he finds that the world outside is vastly different from the one he left behind. The story explores themes of justice, freedom, and the nature of society. In this web tool, users can find and read books in the public domain, track their reading, express comments and reactions, and share what they have read. Additionally, the tool will generate analytics about the user's reading habits, providing insights into their preferences and interests. By making literature accessible and interactive, this tool aims to promote a love of reading and foster a deeper appreciation for the written word.
By Ambrose Bierce · First published 1891 · Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Mystery · 3,842 words
First lines
MANY years ago, on my way from Hongkong to New York, I passed a week in
San Francisco. A long time had gone by since I had been in that city, during which my ventures in the Orient had prospered beyond my hope; I
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Ambrose Bierce
- Date: 1891 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Mystery, Speculative Fiction, Horror
- Length: 3,842 words
- Structure: 1 section, 49 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The book showcases fantasy elements through a tale that involves crossing a mystical wall.
- Adventure — The book's storyline revolves around the protagonist's adventurous journey beyond the wall.
- Mystery — The unknown factors beyond the wall provide the story with a sense of mystery.
- Speculative Fiction — The plot involves speculative elements for what lies beyond the wall in a fantastical world.
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gothic · horror · fantasy · supernatural · mystery · thriller · suspense · literary fiction · classic · american literature · short stories · surrealism