The Monkey's Paw (Adapted)

Mr and Mrs White and their son Herbert are perfectly happy. They live a quiet, modest life, and there's nothing they want. But when an old friend arrives one windy night with a fantastic story of a magical charm that can grant wishes... well, it probably isn't true anyway. So why not make a wish?

This adaptation of the classic horror story by W.W. Jacobs is suitable for readers at the high intermediate level (CEFR B2), and includes discussion questions and notes on the story's vocabulary and style. In addition, the original, unchanged story is included at the back of the book for those learners who want an extra challenge. Improve your reading speed, comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary in an easy and enjoyable way.

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