The Wyvern Mystery V1

""The Wyvern Mystery"" is a gothic novel written by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu and published in 1869. The story is set in the mid-19th century and revolves around the character of Alice Maybell, a young woman who inherits a large estate called Wyvern from her uncle. However, upon arriving at the estate, Alice discovers that the house and its inhabitants are shrouded in mystery and secrets.As she tries to unravel the truth behind the strange occurrences at Wyvern, Alice is drawn into a web of deceit, betrayal, and murder. She is aided in her investigations by a young man named Charles Fairfield, who becomes her confidante and ally. Together, they uncover a dark conspiracy involving Alice's own family and the previous owners of Wyvern.""The Wyvern Mystery"" is a classic example of gothic literature, with its atmospheric setting, mysterious characters, and supernatural elements. It explores themes of inheritance, family secrets, and the power of the past to haunt the present. The novel was well-received upon its publication and has since become a beloved classic of the genre.In Three Volumes.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.