The Mysteries of Udolpho

Discover the chilling beauty of gothic literature with 'The Mysteries of Udolpho' by Ann Radcliffe. This timeless classic, published in 1794, takes readers on a captivating journey through themes of love, loss, and suspense, set against the backdrop of stunning alpine landscapes. Follow the story of Emily St Aubert, a brave heroine who must navigate the treacherous waters of her new reality after the loss of her parents. Enslaved by her cruel aunt and the sinister Signor Montoni, Emily is imprisoned in the menacing castle of Udolpho, where dark secrets and eerie specters abound. This trade paperback edition, published by Penguin UK in 2001, spans 704 pages of thrilling narrative that has enchanted readers for generations. With an insightful introduction by Jacqueline Howard, explore the groundbreaking impact of Udolpho on the Gothic genre, savor its eloquent prose, and lose yourself in the atmospheric tension woven throughout. Not only does this edition feature further reading and notes for the curious scholar, but it also highlights Radcliffe's unique ability to blend history, poetry, and the supernatural into a compelling narrative. 'The Mysteries of Udolpho' remains a must-read for fans of Gothic fiction and mystery. Don't miss the chance to add this essential title to your collection with free shipping available from Smartfox NZ, though please note, combined shipping isn't available for other products with this item. Allow up to 10 days for delivery to immerse yourself in this gothic masterpiece today!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140437591
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2001
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 704


Description:
'Her heart became faint with terror . . . she saw the door move, and then slowly open' Emily St Aubert with her loving, enlightened parents in exquisitely happy rural isolation. But when she is tragically orphaned, the beautiful young woman is thrown on the mercy of her heartless aunt's sinister new husband. The villainous Signor Montoni has designs upon his wife's fortune, and that of her niece, and imprisons them in the gloomy medieval castle Udolpho. Separated from her beloved Valancourt, Emily must cope with the torments of wild imaginings and terrors, as ghostly omens and attempts upon her virtue and life threaten to overwhelm her. One of the most popular novels of its time, The Mysteries of Udolpho (1794) continues to grip readers with its vivid characters, its sublime Alpine settings and its dramatic sense of suspense and danger. In her introduction, Jacqueline Howard discusses the novel's huge success when it was first published, its place as a groundbreaking work of the Gothic genre, and Radcliffe's imaginative use of history, poetry, landscape and the supernatural. This edition also includes further reading, a chronology and notes. Edited with an introduction and notes by JACQUELINW HOWARD

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