The Monk: A Romance

This edition has been annotated with the following unique content.Historical ContextDetailed 18th Century AnalysisClassic Gothic romance written in times before the morrow, sophisticated in a way modern literature simply cannot match.The Monk by Matthew Lewis is a classic Gothic horror first published in 1796 London.A true book of worth, a classic that lives in an era of timeless distinction. Early books emit an excellence unlike any from modern times. You will not be dissatisfied with this works, classic English literature at its finest.“Unnatural were your vows of celibacy; man was not created for such a state; and were love a crime, God never would have made it so sweet, so irresistible! Banish those clouds from your brow, my Ambrosio! Indulge in those pleasures freely, without which life is a worthless gift: cease to reproach me with having taught you what is bliss, and feel equal transports with the woman who adores you!”-Matthew Lewis, The Monk”The protagonist of Matthew Lewis's 1796 Gothic tale The Monk is Ambrosio, a well-liked Spanish monk in Madrid who turns evil and is condemned. He commits horrible crimes after being seduced by a demonic novice. Eventually, in an effort to avoid the Spanish Inquisition, he attempts to strike a unique and devilish deal.At Siamese Publications we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original authors publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title is, at its core, is a transformative Gothic Novel with intriguing dark themes ; it contains original themes that kickstarted the Gothic Horror Genre. It mesmerises and intrigues the reader today as much as it did when published. Superb original books like this you just do not see in the modern age. This title will make an excellent gift for the classic Gothic novel buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your current collection. We are ready to ship this book off to you today at lightning speed, so you will find yourself indulging in this title without delay. Read more