"The Bottle Imp" is a short story by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1891. The story is set in Hawaii and revolves around a mysterious and cursed bottle that grants its owner any wish, but with the condition that they must sell the bottle for a lower price than they paid for it, or face eternal damnation. The protagonist, Keawe, buys the bottle and makes several wishes, but soon realizes the terrible consequences of the curse. As he struggles to rid himself of the bottle and avoid damnation, he faces a series of moral dilemmas and must confront the true nature of his desires. Along the way, he meets a woman named Kokua who becomes his ally and companion. The story explores themes of greed, morality, and the human desire for power and control. "The Bottle Imp" is considered a classic of supernatural fiction and has been adapted into plays, films, and operas.
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