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The Body Snatcher

Robert Louis Stevenson
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The Body Snatcher

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2000

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Robert Louis Stevenson

The Body Snatcher

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

22

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Gothic Literature

Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction
Setting

Scotland • 19th century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

In "The Body Snatcher," Robert Louis Stevenson delves into the chilling tale of medical students engaging in grave robbing to acquire cadavers for anatomical study. Set in 19th-century Scotland, the story explores themes of morality and the consequences of unethical practices. The narrative follows the haunting aftermath faced by those involved in these dark deeds.

Mysterious

Dark

Unnerving

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

3.7

5,411 ratings

43%

Loved it

43%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Body Snatcher by Robert Louis Stevenson is often praised for its atmospheric and gothic storytelling, showcasing Stevenson's skill in building tension and horror. The narrative explores themes of guilt and morality. However, some critics note that character development can be sparse, and the story's brevity might leave readers wanting more. Overall, it's a chilling tale that lingers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Body Snatcher?

A reader who enjoys The Body Snatcher by Robert Louis Stevenson likely appreciates dark, gothic tales with moral dilemmas and suspense. Fans of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and Edgar Allan Poe's works would find similar themes and atmospheric tension appealing in this chilling narrative.

3.7

5,411 ratings

43%

Loved it

43%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

22

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Gothic Literature

Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction
Setting

Scotland • 19th century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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