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The novel, first published in 1796, caused a scandal with its shocking themes of blasphemy, violence, and the macabre, challenging societal norms of the time. Despite attempts to suppress it, the gripping tale captivated readers and achieved bestseller status. Now celebrated as a classic, it stands out as one of the premier examples of Gothic horror literature, showcasing the darker aspects of human nature and the supernatural.
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The Monk, Matthew Gregory Lewis
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- The Monk
- Subtitle
- A Romance
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Matthew Gregory Lewis
- Publisher
- Valancourt Books
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 406
- ISBN13
- 9781939140067
- Series
- Rating
- 3.6 out of 5
- Description
- The novel, first published in 1796, caused a scandal with its shocking themes of blasphemy, violence, and the macabre, challenging societal norms of the time. Despite attempts to suppress it, the gripping tale captivated readers and achieved bestseller status. Now celebrated as a classic, it stands out as one of the premier examples of Gothic horror literature, showcasing the darker aspects of human nature and the supernatural.