Mrs. Radcliffe's Novels - Ann Radcliffe - Bog

Mrs. Radcliffe's Novels: The Italian, The Romance of the Forest, The Mysteries of Udolpho is a collection of three classic Gothic novels by British author, Ann Radcliffe. The first novel, The Italian, is set in 18th century Italy and follows the story of a young couple, Vincentio di Vivaldi and Ellena Rosalba, as they face numerous obstacles in their quest for love, including the schemes of Ellena's cruel and manipulative father. The Romance of the Forest tells the story of Adeline, a young woman who seeks refuge in a mysterious forest after fleeing from her abusive guardian. There, she encounters a group of bandits, a haunted abbey, and a handsome stranger who may hold the key to her past. The Mysteries of Udolpho is perhaps Radcliffe's most famous work and is considered a classic of Gothic literature. Set in 16th century France and Italy, it follows the story of Emily St. Aubert, a young woman who is orphaned and forced to live with her cruel aunt and uncle. After her father's death, Emily is taken to the remote castle of Udolpho, where she uncovers a series of dark secrets and supernatural occurrences. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of Gothic architecture, eerie landscapes, and psychological terror. Overall, Mrs. Radcliffe's Novels: The Italian, The Romance of the Forest, The Mysteries of Udolpho is a captivating collection of Gothic tales that have influenced countless writers in the genre.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.