
The Castle of Otranto: A Gothic Story
by Horace Walpole
Title:
The Castle of Otranto: A Gothic Story
Author:
Horace Walpole
Series (if any):
Oxford World's Classics
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
192 pages
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-13:
9780198704447
EAN:
9780198704447
Classifications:
Classic and Biographical
Weight (g):
268
Dimensions (mm):
196 x 148 x 12
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
One of the most influential Gothic novels, The Castle of Otranto established the literary effects associated with the genre: an ancient castle, secret passages, supernatural visitations, an innocent girl threatened with violence, sudden revelations, terror, and excitement. This new edition explores the reasons for the novel's impact.



























