The Castle of Otranto

Autor*innen

• Horace Walpole

Parameter

• 128 Seiten
• 5 Lesestunden

• Belletristik
• Historisches Thema
• Klassiker
• Krimi
• Krimi & Thriller

Mehr zum Buch

Set in a haunted castle, this pioneering gothic novel blends medieval elements with themes of terror, establishing a style that has influenced countless works across literature, film, art, and music. First published in 1764, it introduced the term 'Gothic' in its subtitle, marking a significant moment in literary history. Its unique aesthetic continues to resonate within the goth subculture, making it a cornerstone of the genre.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2023