Nightmare abbey

Set in the early 19th century, the story revolves around a group of romantic and melancholic characters who gather at an eerie estate. The protagonist, a young poet, becomes entangled with the eccentric inhabitants, including a cynical philosopher and a mysterious lady. Themes of despair, unrequited love, and the supernatural permeate the narrative, reflecting the Gothic tradition. The novel satirizes the romantic ideals of the time while exploring the complexities of emotion and the human condition.