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The Monk

The Monk

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by Matthew Gregory Lewis
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'He now saw himself stained with the most loathed and monstrous sins, the object of universal execration ... doomed to perish in tortures the most severe' Shocking, erotic and violent, The Monk is the story of Ambrosio, torn between his spiritual vows and the temptations of physical pleasure. His internal battle leads to sexual obsession, rape and murder, yet this book also contains knowing parody of its own excesses as well as social comedy. Written by Matthew Lewis when he was only nineteen, it was a ground-breaking novel in the Gothic Horror genre and spawned hundreds of imitators, drawn in by its mixture of bloodshed, sex and scandal.

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ISBN13: 9780140436037
ISBN10: 0140436030
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Publication Year: 1999
Format: Paperback

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    Gothic horror blending seduction, sin, and social parody.

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    If you’re drawn to dark, daring tales that explore the depths of human temptation, The Monk is a gripping read. It’s a scandalous classic that combines gothic horror with biting satire, making it both thrilling and intellectually provocative. Perfect for those who enjoy a mixture of horror, scandal, and sharp social commentary, this novel still resonates today for its audacious storytelling.
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