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The castle of Otranto
Book • 1764
Published in 1764, 'The Castle of Otranto' is considered the first Gothic novel.
The story revolves around Manfred, the lord of the Castle of Otranto, whose son Conrad is killed by a giant helmet on the day of his wedding to Isabella.
This event triggers a series of supernatural occurrences and human tragedies, driven by an ancient prophecy that threatens Manfred's lineage.
The novel explores themes of horror, fate, and the fragility of human connections, blending medieval and modern literary motifs.
It was initially presented as a translation of an ancient Italian manuscript but was later acknowledged as a modern creation by Walpole.
The story revolves around Manfred, the lord of the Castle of Otranto, whose son Conrad is killed by a giant helmet on the day of his wedding to Isabella.
This event triggers a series of supernatural occurrences and human tragedies, driven by an ancient prophecy that threatens Manfred's lineage.
The novel explores themes of horror, fate, and the fragility of human connections, blending medieval and modern literary motifs.
It was initially presented as a translation of an ancient Italian manuscript but was later acknowledged as a modern creation by Walpole.
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The Castle of Otranto
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