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""The Italian Or The Confessional Of The Black Penitents"" is a gothic romance novel written by Ann Radcliffe. The story is set in 18th century Italy and follows the fate of Ellena Rosalba, an orphaned young woman who is forced to flee to Naples after her father's death. There, she falls in love with the handsome and mysterious Vivaldi, but their happiness is threatened by the machinations of the cruel and manipulative monk, Schedoni, and the secret society of the Black Penitents. The novel is filled with suspense, intrigue, and supernatural elements, as Ellena and Vivaldi struggle to unravel the mysteries surrounding them and escape the clutches of their enemies. Radcliffe's vivid descriptions of the Italian landscape and architecture, as well as her skillful use of suspense and terror, make this a classic of gothic literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Emily meets with Barnadine, who guides her through the castle. In a chilling room, Emily glimpses a bloody body before fainting. Upon awakening, she is being carried out of the castle but is intercepted by Montoni and his men, thanks to Annette's alert. Emily is returned safely but traumatized. The next morning, Emily appears to have recovered, and Annette reveals her suspicion of Barnadine, leading to her informing Montoni. Emily notices an influx of fierce soldiers at the castle, unaware of their outlaw status as condottieri. Mysterious music echoes through the castle at night. During a meeting with Montoni, Emily learns that her aunt is still alive but unwell. Emily visits Madame Montoni in the east turret, shocked by her condition. Emily convinces Montoni to relocate his wife, but he pressures her to sign over the estates to him. Madame Montoni refuses and confides in Emily about the estate documents. Shortly after, she passes away. Immediately after the burial, Montoni tries to deceive Emily into signing papers, but she resists. Montoni is accompanied by questionable women from Venice, making Emily feel unprotected. She contemplates signing over the estate for safety but ponders the possibility of Valancourt's captivity in the castle. Emily's inquiries are interrupted by Annette's distracted explanations about a strange figure and troops preparing for battle.

Emily awakens to a beautiful scenery outside the castle but is alarmed to find the door to the secret passage closed. She suspects someone has been in her room and asks Montoni to move her to another room, but he dismisses her concerns. Throughout the day, Emily explores the castle and notices Montoni's companions, Cavigni and Verezzi. She becomes increasingly anxious about the arrival of Morano, while Annette is captivated by Ludovico, a servant. Curiosity leads Emily to unveil a portrait, causing her to faint. Emily decides not to disclose what she saw to anyone. Tension fills the air during dinner, and they spot a group of soldiers passing by the castle. Anxious about her room, Emily stays up late and hears someone arriving at midnight. Annette confirms that it is Morano. Later, Emily awakens to find Morano in her bedroom, professing his love and urging her to escape with him. Emily refuses, and a confrontation between Morano and Montoni ensues. Morano is wounded, and Montoni accuses Emily of conspiring with Morano. Hurt and troubled, Emily realizes her aunt seems indifferent to the situation.

Valancourt and Emily meet and discuss their changed feelings towards each other. Emily confirms her love for Valancourt but questions his worthiness as her husband. Valancourt agrees and pleads for her hope in his reformation, but Emily refuses. They agree to one last meeting but decide not to pursue a relationship. Montoni's military activities attract the attention of the Venetian government, leading to the successful seizure of the castle of Udolpho and the imprisonment of Montoni and Orsino. In France, Emily is saddened by Valancourt, but Dorothee tells her the story of the Marchioness, hinting at a connection between Emily and the Marchioness. Emily becomes curious and explores the Marchioness's rooms, experiencing terror and witnessing strange figures. Ludovico disappears mysteriously from the castle. Emily rejects Du Pont's love and returns to the convent. Montoni's fate is revealed, and Emily can now claim her aunt's estates. She plans to visit her new estates in Thoulouse before going to La Vallee. Strange happenings at Chateau Le Blanc and the erratic behavior of Sister Agnes continue. Emily prepares to depart, and the Count de Villefort announces his departure from the chateau. The Baron and Blanche will visit Emily at La Vallee after their time at the St. Foix estate.

Ann Radcliffe's Gothic book "The Mysteries of Udolpho" takes place in France around 1584. The protagonist of the tale is Emily St. Aubert, a young lady who lives with her parents on the remote estate known as La Vallee. Monsieur St. Aubert, Emily's father, lives a tranquil existence surrounded by nature, and Emily carries on his passion for reading and poetry. When Monsieur St. Aubert becomes unwell, the story takes a dark turn, and weird events start to happen. In their fishing cabin, Emily hears someone playing her lute, sees a strange poem, and learns her bracelet has been taken. While the surface-level Quesnel family stays there, Madame St. Aubert succumbs to sickness. Support is given to the bereaved father and daughter by friends and relations. Monsieur St. Aubert and Emily set off on a tour around the Mediterranean coast in an attempt to improve Monsieur St. Aubert's health. They come upon Valancourt, a young guy from a respectable family, who momentarily joins them on their journey. Monsieur St. Aubert's health starts to decline as they travel, so they take sanctuary at Beaujeau, where Valancourt's presence deepens their connection. They eventually split ways and go separately to Arles. Emily is distraught when Monsieur St. Aubert tragically dies.

Set in the late 1500s, this historical gothic novel is a tale of horror and psychological terror from Ann Radcliffe, one of the most influential writers of the genre.Emily St. Aubert suffered the loss of her mother early in life and formed a tight bond with her father amidst their grief. Yet, when further tragedy strikes and her father also passes away, she's placed into the care of her aunt. Her new guardian shows Emily little affection, and her marriage to an Italian brigand results in the small family moving to an eerie, crumbling castle. As seemingly supernatural events haunt the young girl's life, she begins to unravel a long string of secrets and schemes.This volume is part of the Mothers of the Macabre series, celebrating the gothic horror masterpieces of pioneering women writers who played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the genre. First published in 1794, The Mysteries of Udolpho is Radcliffe's most popular novel and is commonly referred to as the archetypal gothic novel. The captivating tale has influenced many well-known works, and is prominently featured in Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey (1817). This volume is not to be missed by fans of horror classics.

A timeless gothic romance of mystery, danger, and suspense. This horror classic examines the tensions between hedonism and honour through Ann Radcliffe's masterfully atmospheric prose.First published in 1791, this captivating novel is set against the background of the isolated French countryside while the shadow of the country's ongoing revolution looms. When virtuous Adeline is forced to seek refuge in the depths of the forest with Monsieur Pierre de la Motte, his wife, and his two servants, the group find themselves hiding in the ruins of an abandoned abbey. Soon, they suspect they might not be alone as storms shroud the sky and entangled tales of forbidden love and law evasion echo through the eerie halls.This volume is part of the Mothers of the Macabre series, celebrating the gothic horror masterpieces of pioneering women writers who played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the genre. With its vivid descriptions, atmospheric settings, and compelling characters, The Romance of the Forest exemplifies why Radcliffe remains a prolific influence in the gothic genre.

This gothic masterpiece is set against the backdrop of scenic Sicily in a hauntingly beautiful castle as young Julia battles to be free from her family's long line of betrayal and secrecy.Follow the misfortunes of the noble House of Mazzini as young Julia fights for autonomy over her own life and navigates the dark secrets hidden in the family castle's walls. Through her masterful storytelling, Anne Radcliffe weaves a tapestry of suspense in a tale of familial betrayal, mysterious twists, and ethereal settings. This volume is part of the Mothers of the Macabre series, celebrating the gothic horror masterpieces of pioneering women writers who played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the genre. A Sicilian Romance showcases Radcliffe's prowess in the gothic genre, captivating readers with its blend of romance and terror.

Sulle sponde della Garonna, nella provincia di Guienna, esisteva nell'anno 1584 il castello di Sant'Aubert: dalle sue finestre scoprivansi i ricchi e fertili paesi della Guienna, che si estendevano lungo il fiume, coronati da boschi, vigne ed oliveti. A mezzodì, la prospettiva era circoscritta dalla massa imponente dei Pirenei, le cui cime, or celate nelle nubi, ora lasciando scorgere bizzarre forme, si mostravano talvolta, nude e selvagge, in mezzo ai vapori turchinicci dell'orizzonte, e talora scoprivano le loro pendici, lungo le quali dondolavano grandi abeti neri, agitati dai venti. Spaventosi precipizi contrastavano colla ridente verzura de' prati e delle selve circostanti, e lo sgua...

Montoni fece invano le più esatte ricerche sulla strana circostanza che lo aveva allarmato, e non avendo potuto scoprir nulla, dovette credere che qualcuno de' suoi fosse l'autore d'una burla così intempestiva. Le sue contese colla moglie, a proposito della cessione, divenendo più frequenti, pensò confinarla nella sua camera, minacciandola a una maggior severità se persisteva nel rifiuto. Se la signora Montoni fosse stata più ragionevole, avrebbe compreso il pericolo d'irritare, con quella lunga resistenza, un uomo come il marito in cui balia ella trovavasi. Non aveva pure obliato di quale importanza fosse per lei la conservazione del possesso de' suoi beni, che l'avrebbero resa indipend...

L'avarizia della zia d'Emilia cedè finalmente alla sua vanità. Qualche splendido pranzo dato dalla Clairval, e l'adulazione generale ond'essa era l'oggetto, aumentarono la premura della Cheron per assicurare una parentela che l'avrebbe tanto illustrata a' propri occhi ed a quelli del mondo. Propose il prossimo matrimonio di Emilia, ed offrì di assicurarne la dote, purchè la Clairval facesse altrettanto pel nipote. Questa ponderò la proposta, e considerando ch'Emilia era la più prossima erede della Cheron, l'accettò senza difficoltà. Emilia ignorava queste disposizioni, quando la zia l'avvertì di prepararsi alle nozze che dovevano aver luogo senza indugio. La fanciulla, sorpresa, non capiv...

Bianca, che intanto trovavasi sola, non vedea l'ora di riveder la nuova amica, per dividere seco lei il piacere dello spettacolo della natura. Non aveva più nessuno cui esprimere l'ammirazione e comunicare le sue idee. Il conte, accortosi del di lei dispiacere, fece ricordare ad Emilia la visita promessa, ma il silenzio prolungato di Valancourt inquietava tanto la fanciulla, che fuggiva la società, ed avrebbe voluto differire il momento di riunirvisi fin quando non fosse calmata la sua ansietà. I Villefort la sollecitarono però così vivamente, che non potendo spiegare il motivo che l'attaccava alla solitudine, temè il suo rifiuto non avesse l'aria del capriccio, ed offendesse quegli amici...

Set in 1584, The Mysteries of Udolpho tells the story of Emily St. Aubert, a young French woman who is orphaned after the death of her father. The novel is a quintessential Gothic romance, replete with incidents of terror, castles, seemingly supernatural events, a brooding, scheming villain, and a persecuted heroine. Jane Austen featured The Mysteries of Udolpho and other similar Gothic novels that were popular at the time in her own work, Northanger Abbey. New! See the illustrated edition in the Ebook Store!

A Sicilian Romance begins when a tourist meets a local monk at the crumbling ruins of the castle Mazzini. The monk invites her to the monastery to view a manuscript that records the mysterious happenings that occurred hundreds of years ago in the once-great castle. The manuscript tells of the plight of two sisters, Julia and Emilia Mazzini, who, after the return of their tyrannical father, witness supernatural phenomena around the castle¿s neglected southern wing.Radcliffe was viewed as the greatest writer of the Gothic literary style by most early 19th century critics and literary historians despite Horace Walpole seemingly ¿inventing¿ the genre in The Castle of Otranto. A Sicilian Romance was first published anonymously in 1790, making it the second of her published works.

On the Northern shore of Sicily are still seen the magnificent remains of a castle, which formerly belonged to the noble house of Mazzini. A solemn history belongs to this castle, which is too long and intricate to relate. It is, however, contained in a manuscript in their library, of which the author has had an insight and written an account in this book.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. This has been published with the best technology to reproduce historical work in the same manner it was first published to preserve its original nature.

Ann Radcliffe (1764-1823) veröffentlichte ab 1789 mehrere Romane ("Gothic Novels"), die am Markt erfolgreich waren: u.a. "Die Burgen von Athlin". 1795 wurde ihr Reisebericht vom Sommer 1794 veröffentlicht.Ihr Reisebericht ist konventionell. Wegen der Sprachbarriere ist sie auf das angewiesen, was sie sieht. Sehr aufschlussreich und informativ sind allerdings die Abschnitte von der Eroberung Mainz' im Jahre 1792 und der Rückeroberung 1793.