Description
In this Gothic masterpiece, a man named Melmoth makes a desperate pact, trading his soul for extended life, only to be cursed with an eternity of wandering and regret. His story unfolds through a labyrinth of intertwined narratives, revealing the tragic consequences of his Faustian bargain. As Melmoth seeks release from his eternal torment, he encounters a cast of characters whose own lives are irrevocably shaped by his cursed existence. This novel explores profound themes of sin, redemption, and the enduring human struggle against fate, all rendered in Maturin's uniquely powerful and atmospheric prose.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2018
720 pages
ISBN: 9780241366547
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Details
First Published
1820
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Melmoth the Wanderer by Charles Maturin.