Bøger af Ann Radcliffe

A Sicilian Romance is a gothic novel written by Ann Radcliffe, first published in 1790. The story is set in the late 16th century and centers around the Mazzini family, who live in a castle in Sicily. The head of the family, Ferdinand, marries a beautiful and mysterious woman named Julia, who is rumored to have a dark past. Julia's behavior becomes increasingly erratic and strange, causing her husband and stepdaughters to fear for their safety. Meanwhile, Julia's brother, the sinister Duke de Mazzini, plots to take over the family's fortune and property. The novel is filled with suspenseful and supernatural elements, including secret passages, ghosts, and hidden identities. A Sicilian Romance is considered one of the earliest examples of gothic literature and is known for its vivid descriptions of the Italian landscape and its eerie atmosphere.Having ceased to sing, her fingers wandered over the lute in melancholy symphony, and for some moments she remained lost in the sweet sensations which the music and the scenery had inspired. She was awakened from her reverie, by a sigh that stole from among the trees, and directing her eyes whence it came, beheld--Hippolitus! A thousand sweet and mingled emotions pressed upon her heart, yet she scarcely dared to trust the evidence of sight.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.

Set in 1584, The Mysteries of Udolpho tells the story of Emily St. Aubert, a young French woman who is orphaned after the death of her father. The novel is a quintessential Gothic romance, replete with incidents of terror, castles, seemingly supernatural events, a brooding, scheming villain, and a persecuted heroine. Jane Austen featured The Mysteries of Udolpho and other similar Gothic novels that were popular at the time in her own work, Northanger Abbey. New! See the illustrated edition in the Ebook Store!

A Sicilian Romance begins when a tourist meets a local monk at the crumbling ruins of the castle Mazzini. The monk invites her to the monastery to view a manuscript that records the mysterious happenings that occurred hundreds of years ago in the once-great castle. The manuscript tells of the plight of two sisters, Julia and Emilia Mazzini, who, after the return of their tyrannical father, witness supernatural phenomena around the castle¿s neglected southern wing.Radcliffe was viewed as the greatest writer of the Gothic literary style by most early 19th century critics and literary historians despite Horace Walpole seemingly ¿inventing¿ the genre in The Castle of Otranto. A Sicilian Romance was first published anonymously in 1790, making it the second of her published works.

On the Northern shore of Sicily are still seen the magnificent remains of a castle, which formerly belonged to the noble house of Mazzini. A solemn history belongs to this castle, which is too long and intricate to relate. It is, however, contained in a manuscript in their library, of which the author has had an insight and written an account in this book.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. This has been published with the best technology to reproduce historical work in the same manner it was first published to preserve its original nature.

" Sur les bords de la Garonne existait en 1584, dans la province de Guyenne, le château de M. Saint-Aubert. De ses fenêtres on découvrait les riches paysages de la Guyenne, qui s'étendaient le long du fleuve, couronnés de bois, de vignes et d'oliviers. Au midi, la perspective était bornée par la masse imposante des Pyrénées, dont les sommets, tantôt cachés dans les nuages, tantôt laissant apercevoir leurs formes bizarres, se montraient quelquefois nus et sauvages au milieu des vapeurs bleuâtres de l'horizon, et quelquefois découvraient leurs pentes, le long desquelles de noirs sapins se balançaient, agités par les vents. D'affreux précipices contrastaient avec la douce verdure des pâturages et des bois qui les avoisinaient; des troupeaux, de simples chaumières reposaient les regards fatigués de l'aspect des abîmes. Au nord et à l'orient s'étendaient à perte de vue les plaines du Languedoc, et l'horizon se confondait au couchant avec les eaux du golfe de Gascogne. M. Saint-Aubert aimait à errer, accompagné de sa femme et de sa fille, sur les bords de la Garonne; il se plaisait à écouter le murmure harmonieux de ses eaux. Il avait connu une autre vie que cette vie simple et champêtre; il avait longtemps vécu dans le tourbillon du grand monde, et le tableau flatteur de l'espèce humaine, que son jeune c¿ur s'était tracé, avait subi les tristesaltérations de l'expérience. Néanmoins la perte de ses illusions n'avait ni ébranlé ses principes ni refroidi sa bienveillance: il avait quitté la multitude avec plus de pitié que de colère, et s'était borné pour toujours aux douces jouissances de la nature, aux plaisirs innocents de l'étude, à l'exercice enfin des vertus domestiques.

""The Italian Or The Confessional Of The Black Penitents"" is a gothic romance novel written by Ann Radcliffe. The story is set in 18th century Italy and follows the fate of Ellena Rosalba, an orphaned young woman who is forced to flee to Naples after her father's death. There, she falls in love with the handsome and mysterious Vivaldi, but their happiness is threatened by the machinations of the cruel and manipulative monk, Schedoni, and the secret society of the Black Penitents. The novel is filled with suspense, intrigue, and supernatural elements, as Ellena and Vivaldi struggle to unravel the mysteries surrounding them and escape the clutches of their enemies. Radcliffe's vivid descriptions of the Italian landscape and architecture, as well as her skillful use of suspense and terror, make this a classic of gothic literature.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.

At the church of San Lorenzo in Naples, a young nobleman falls in love with the lovely orphan Ellena di Rosalba. When Vincentio di Vivaldi informs his mother, the Marchesa, of his romantic intentions, she forbids him from marrying the girl, enlisting the mysterious Father Schedoni to bend her son¿s will. The Italian is a novel by Ann Radcliffe.

The La Motta family are on the run. Forced to flee Paris after a scandal, they need a place to hide. They settle for an abandoned abbey, where they’re joined by another person with dark secrets—the mysterious Adeline. But the abbey is far from a safe haven. Its halls seem to echo with ghostly voices, and a lecherous villain has set his sights on Adeline. "The Romance of the Forest" was Ann Radcliffe’s third published novel, and her first literary success. Mixing threats real and supernatural, it builds a thrilling mystery while also exploring the power imbalances of 17th century society. A must for fans of Gothic literature. Ann Radcliffe (1764–1823) was a British writer who helped popularise Gothic fiction. Born in London, her writing career took off after her marriage to the journalist William Radcliffe. His work meant he wasn’t often at home, so Ann began writing in his absence. Unlike other Gothic writers, she favoured psychological horror over the supernatural, and female protagonists over male ones. Her best known novels include "The Mysteries of Udolpho", "The Italian" and "A Sicilian Romance". Radcliffe’s fans include Dostoyevksy and Edgar Allan Poe, and her style was even parodied by Jane Austen in her classic book "Northanger Abbey".

Gloomy castles. Villainous Counts. Swordfights galore. If you’re looking for the ultimate Gothic novel, "The Mysteries of Udolpho" takes some beating. Set in the 1500s, it follows Emily St. Aubert, whose idyllic life in France is shattered when both her parents pass away. She falls under the influence of an Italian Count, and is taken to live in his castle. It’s a place full of secrets and things that go bump in the night. Can Emily uncover what’s really going on, before it’s too late? Thrilling and gloriously melodramatic, "The Mysteries of Udolpho" is a must read for fans of the genre. Ann Radcliffe (1764–1823) was a British writer who helped popularise Gothic fiction. Born in London, her writing career took off after her marriage to the journalist William Radcliffe. His work meant he wasn’t often at home, so Ann began writing in his absence. Unlike other Gothic writers, she favoured psychological horror over the supernatural, and female protagonists over male ones. Her best known novels include "The Mysteries of Udolpho", "The Italian" and "A Sicilian Romance". Radcliffe’s fans include Dostoyevksy and Edgar Allan Poe, and her style was even parodied by Jane Austen in her classic book "Northanger Abbey".

Nothing boosts evocative narrative as well as narrow escapes. And Ann Radcliffe mastered it. In this early gothic horror novel, Radcliffe tells the story of the Mazzini household’s fall from grace through rugged and cavernous landscapes and the labyrinthine passages of Sicily’s castles and convents. When Julia, one of the daughters of Marquis Mazzini, falls in love with an Italian nobleman, her father disapproves of her choice and arranges for another marriage. Feeling suffocated, Julia tries to escape, but her father’s will and rage is not easily undone."A Sicilian Romance" (1790) explores how women’s desires were often at odds with the patriarchy and the all-powerful aristocracy at the end of the 16th century. A novel full of adventures, close calls, elopements, and forbidden love. "A Sicilian Romance" is an early gem in Radcliffe’s work.Ann Radcliffe (1764-1823) was a British fiction writer, best known for her pioneering role in the English gothic tradition. She married a journalist and in his long absences, she began to write. Her works exhibit a preference for exotic and sinister places, where her female protagonists often suffer supernatural occurrences. Her best known novels include "The Mysteries of Udolpho", "The Italian", and "A Sicilian Romance".

Is there any better fuel for a novel than wronged characters and wicked revenge?From the midst of the cult of sensibility, Ann Radcliffe rose with her very own poignant style to write her first gothic novel and hugely formative "The Castles of Athlin and Dunbayne" (1789). Set in the Scottish Highlands, it tells the story of two castles: one belonging to the kind and goodhearted Matilda and her children, the other to the evil Baron Malcolm. The young heir Osbert seeks revenge against Malcolm who is responsible for the death of Osbert’s father.The novel is a quest for family honour, love, and vengeance where romantic passion and dangerous escapades intertwine until the very end.Ann Radcliffe (1764-1823) was a British fiction writer, best known for her pioneering role in the English gothic tradition. She married a journalist and in his long absences, she began to write. Her works exhibit a preference for exotic and sinister places, where her female protagonists often suffer supernatural occurrences. Her best known novels include "The Mysteries of Udolpho", "The Italian", and "A Sicilian Romance".

Ever wondered how the quintessential bully acted during the Holy Inquisition? Look no further.In her unnerving gothic novel "The Italian" (1797), Ann Radcliffe explores individuality in a culture dominated by the church as the happiness of the young couple Vicento di Vivaldi and Ellena di Rosalbe is thwarted by the evil ways of the selfish and peremptory Father Schedoni.The last novel to be published during Radcliffe’s lifetime, this fast-paced gothic novel is packed with romantic rendezvous, nocturnal danger, kidnappings, murder, and mysterious characters lurking in the shadows. Hidden away in this sublime novel of concealment and disguise is an undying and triumphant light that emanates from the hearts of Vicento and Ellena who are sure of one thing: no one is above the law – not even the church.Ann Radcliffe (1764-1823) was a British fiction writer, best known for her pioneering role in the English gothic tradition. She married a journalist and in his long absences, she began to write. Her works exhibit a preference for exotic and sinister places, where her female protagonists often suffer supernatural occurrences. Her best known novels include "The Mysteries of Udolpho", "The Italian", and "A Sicilian Romance".

Francia, anno 1584. La giovane Emily St. Aubert, orfana di entrambi i genitori, viene rinchiusa dalla zia Madame Cheron e dal perverso zio Montoni nell'oscuro castello di Udolfo, sugli Appennini francesi. Da subito nel castello inizieranno a verificarsi tutta una serie di avvenimenti strani e agghiaccianti, che porteranno Emily a una convulsa corsa contro il tempo per riconquistare la propria liberta.Considerato tra i precursori del romanzo gotico, questo racconto rovescia per la prima volta la canonica struttura del romanzo di formazione femminile, trasformandolo in un percorso dalle tinte horror e noir in cui l'eroina dovra superare ogni limite per riuscire a salvarsi. -

"¿Creéis que vuestro corazón está tan endurecido que podréis ver sinemocionaros los sufrimientos a los que me condenaríais?"Una novela gótica impregnada del terror que despierta la lucha entre lasuperstición y la racionalidad.El escenario de esta lucha es el espeluznante castillo Udolfo donde Emily Aubert, nuestra heroína romántica que tras haberse quedado huérfana alhaber muerto su padre habrá de enfrentarse además a una suerte deadversidades cuando el malvado Signor Montoni la separa de suenamorado Valancourt y la encierra en el castillo.Nos presenta ante nosotros un desfile de terrores sobrenaturales, fantasmas que viven en la almena del castillo, voces misteriosas, la naturaleza desgarradora con toda la potencia e intensidad que a menudo despliega en la literatura del romanticismo... Todos estos son solamente algunos de los ingredientes que mantienen en vilo la atención del lector en una novela de terror de la autora más emblemática de la imaginación gótica. La historia de Emily se considera una de las más sublimes del género y hatenido gran impacto en obras de autores posteriores, entre ellos Henry James y especialmente en Jane Austen, que hará uso de ella para constatar la ficción y el misterio con la verdad y las debilidades humanas de su protagonista.Ann Radcliffe (9 de julio de 1764 – 7 de febrero de 1823), novelista británica, pionera de la narrativa gótica.