Description
Walter Mitty, a timid man, escapes his mundane existence through elaborate daydreams where he is a heroic figure in control of extraordinary situations. From commanding a naval hydroplane to facing down a firing squad, Mitty's fantasies offer a stark contrast to his reality, where he is often overshadowed and directed by his wife. This classic short story by James Thurber explores the universal human desire for adventure and the power of imagination to transcend the ordinary.
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paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2016
128 pages
ISBN: 9780241282618
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First Published
1939
Language
eng
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