The Castle of Otranto

One of the most influential Gothic novels, The Castle of Otranto established the literary effects associated with the genre: an ancient castle, secret passages, supernatural visitations, an innocent girl threatened with violence, sudden revelations, terror, and excitement. This new edition explores the reasons for the novel's impact.

Unul dintre cele mai influente romane gotice, Castelul din Otranto, a stabilit efectele literare asociate genului: un castel antic, pasaje secrete, aparitii supranaturale, o fata inocenta amenintata cu violenta, revelatii bruste, teroare si emotie. Aceasta noua editie exploreaza motivele impactului romanului.