Castle of Otranto
The Castle of Otranto was first published in 1764 and is known as the first Gothic novel ever written. After a nightmare involving a ghost featuring a gigantic hand in armour at his Gothic Revival home called Strawberry Hill House, Walpole penned this short novel which would grow to inspire several future authors. It tells of Manfred's family, the supernatural events that befall his son's wedding, a prophecy and the haunting follows after.
Castle of Otranto
When Conrad, son of Prince Manfred of Otranto, is killed in mysterious circumstances on his wedding day, his father, fearing his line is at an end, declares that he will divorce his wife and marry his late son's intended bride. Soon, however, this...
The Castle of Otranto
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The Castle Of Otranto(Illustrated)
Illustrated edition: This special edition of The Castle of Otranto includes stunning illustrations, a detailed summary, an insightful author biography, and a comprehensive list of characters.The Castle of Otranto, first published in 1764, is widely regarded as the first Gothic novel, setting the foundation for an entire genre of dark, mysterious tales filled with supernatural elements, family secrets, and looming castles. The novel tells the story of Manfred, the lord of Otranto, whose son Conrad is tragically killed on the day of his wedding. Driven by a prophecy that his lineage is doomed to end, Manfred becomes desperate to secure his family's legacy and resorts to increasingly sinister actions, including his obsession with marrying his son's intended bride, Isabella. The story is a whirlwind of ghostly apparitions, ancient curses, and morally complex characters, making The Castle of Otranto an essential read for fans of Gothic literature. Walpole's blend of the supernatural with
The Castle of Otranto, a Gothic Story. Translated by William Marshal, Gent. From the Original Italian of Onuphrio Muralto, ... The Fourth Edition
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The Castle Of Otranto
On the day of his wedding, Conrad, heir to the house of Otranto, is killed in mysterious circumstances. His calculating father Manfred fears that his dynasty will now come to an end and determines to marry his son's bride himself - despite the fact he is already married. But a series of terrifying supernatural omens soon threaten this unlawful union, as the curse placed on Manfred's ancestor, who usurped the lawful Prince of Otranto, begins to unfold. First published pseudonymously in 1764, purporting to be an ancient Italian text from the time of the crusades, The Castle of Otranto is a founding work of Gothic fiction. With its compelling blend of sinister portents, tempestuous passions and ghostly visitations, it spawned an entire literary tradition and influenced such writers as Ann Radcliffe and Bram Stoker.
