The Monk (eBook)

A Dark Tale of Lust and Murder in a Monastery

Matthew Lewis (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
322 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654767158-9 (EAN)

Infos

Matthew Lewis' gothic novel, The Monk, published in 1796, is a gripping tale of lust, murder, and supernatural elements set in a monastery in Spain. This scandalous work of literature shocked readers with its graphic portrayal of evil and immorality, making it a controversial classic of the Gothic genre. The novel features intricate and suspenseful storytelling, combining elements of horror, romance, and melodrama to create a dark and thrilling narrative that delves into the depths of human sin and temptation. Lewis' vivid descriptions and vivid characterizations bring the story to life, immersing readers in a world of sin and retribution that challenges moral conventions of the time. Through a blend of fear and fascination, The Monk captivates the reader with its haunting imagery and intense emotional depth, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page is turned.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Historische Kriminalromane
• Schlagworte: 18th-Century Literature • English literature • Frankenstein • Gothic literature • Halloween • Jekyll & Hyde • Ken Follett • literary censorship • literary classics • literary controversy • matthew lewis • Poe • religious themes • Romanticism • Sleepy Hollow • Stephen King • Supernatural Fiction • The Haunting of Hill House • The House Next Door • The Phantom of the Opera