The Monk

Published in 1796, M.G. Lewis'Äôs 'The Monk' stands as a seminal work of Gothic fiction, weaving a complex tapestry of intrigue, passion, and religious ambivalence. The narrative follows the tragic figure of Ambrosio, a pious monk whose descent into depravity is orchestrated by the machinations of a mysterious figure. Lewis employs rich, evocative prose interlaced with sensuous imagery and an unde...