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The narrative follows Ambrosio, a once-holy monk whose faith is shattered by the arrival of a new novice, igniting a dangerous internal struggle. As he grapples with his desires, he descends into a world of sexual obsession, ultimately leading to acts of violence and betrayal within the shadowy confines of a Capuchin monastery. The story explores themes of temptation, morality, and the hidden darkness within religious institutions.
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The Monk, Matthew Gregory Lewis
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- Released
- 2023
- Binding
- (Paperback)
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- Title
- The Monk
- Subtitle
- A Romance
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Matthew Gregory Lewis
- Publisher
- Ninth Gate Books
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 398
- ISBN13
- 9780645434439
- Series
- Rating
- 3.6 out of 5
- Description
- The narrative follows Ambrosio, a once-holy monk whose faith is shattered by the arrival of a new novice, igniting a dangerous internal struggle. As he grapples with his desires, he descends into a world of sexual obsession, ultimately leading to acts of violence and betrayal within the shadowy confines of a Capuchin monastery. The story explores themes of temptation, morality, and the hidden darkness within religious institutions.