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Maturin, Charles Robert
1780
1824
Maturin, R. C.
Murphy, Dennis Jasper
Murphy, Denis Jasper
Melmoth the Wanderer, Vol. 4
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"Melmoth the Wanderer, Vol. 4" by Charles Robert Maturin is a Gothic novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative weaves together themes of madness, religious conflict, and the supernatural, centering around the character of Isidora, whose fate entangles with the enigmatic Melmoth. The book explores complex human emotions set against the backdrop of dark and eerie circumstances, offering insights into societal norms and personal dilemmas. The opening portion introduces Donna Clara, who meticulously composes a letter regarding her daughter Isidora, grappling with fears of her child's derangement and impending marriage. Clara's correspondence reveals her struggle with Isidora's questionable sanity and the pressures of conforming to societal expectations, particularly in the context of her daughter's proposed union. As the letter unfolds, we sense a growing tension with a supernatural element as Clara's husband, Don Francisco, experiences unsettling visions connected to their daughter. This eerie atmosphere is heightened by a sense of urgency regarding Isidora's fate, setting the stage for a narrative rich with both psychological and supernatural intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 59.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Horror tales
Gothic fiction
Immortalism -- Fiction
Paranormal fiction
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Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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