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The story revolves around the Tontine, a financial arrangement in which a group of people invests money, and the last surviving member of the group inherits the entire fortune. In this case, the Tontine was set up by two brothers, Joseph and Masterman Finsbury, and several other people. However, due to a clerical error, the brothers are mistakenly believed to be dead, and their nephew, Morris, stands to inherit the fortune.The novel follows the absurd and often chaotic efforts of various characters to secure the Tontine's inheritance, leading to a series of misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and humorous situations. The Finsbury brothers find themselves in a mix of predicaments as they try to maintain their "dead" status while navigating the schemes and plots of others."The Wrong Box" is known for its witty and satirical writing, and it's considered a classic of Victorian comic literature. It reflects the comedic and absurd aspects of Victorian society and legal systems while delivering a fast-paced and entertaining story.Robert Louis Stevenson, best known for works like "Treasure Island" and "Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," collaborated with Lloyd Osbourne, his stepson, on several literary projects, and "The Wrong Box" is one of their successful joint efforts. The novel has been adapted into films and stage productions over the years, attesting to its enduring popularity as a humorous and engaging work.