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Who doesn’t want to sell their soul to the devil for a few extra years of life? This is the theme behind one of the last Victorian Gothic stories, a wonderful read for all lovers of a good Victorian love story with a twist! Melmoth the Wanderer by Charles Maturin is a classic gothic romance story that was first published in 1820 in Ireland. A Look Inside “There is no error more absurd, and yet more rooted in the heart of man, than the belief that his sufferings will promote his spiritual safety.” “It is actually possible to become amateurs in suffering.” ― Charles Robert Maturin, Melmoth the Wanderer About the Book Melmoth the Wanderer had a profound effect on gothic horror and fiction. It is well-known for its dramatic and dark narrative structure, which takes readers from a London insane asylum to the Spanish Inquisition's cells, as well as from rural Ireland to a gorgeous Indian island. The book combines intense paranoia, dreary settings, and psychological horror elements. A Stunning Reproduction At Last Chance Publishing, we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original authors publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title is one of the best Gothic stories, of all time, words strung together with such romantic tension and literary precision, a love story novel that you just do not see in the modern age. This title will make an excellent gift to the Victorian Gothic novel buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your current collection. We are ready to ship this book off to you today at lightning speed, so you will find yourself indulging in this title without delay. Books Specifics ● Original 1820 Text ● Victorian Gothic Romance Literature Annotated Content • Historical Context • Detailed 19th Century Historical bullet pointed context