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The Robber Bridegroom by Eudora Welty is a southern folktale set in Mississippi, incorporating elements of American mythology and historical figures. It tells the story of gentleman robber Jamie Lockhart who, after saving wealthy planter Clement Musgrove from a murderous plot, becomes entangled in a complicated relationship with Musgrove's daughter Rosamund, leading to love, deception, and adventure. The novel includes themes of infatuation, crime, and the power of love to redeem. Kidnapping, murder, and violence are depicted within the story.