Description
In this gothic masterpiece, a young monk named Medardus finds himself ensnared by a mysterious elixir that awakens his deepest desires and unleashes a doppelganger, blurring the lines of his identity. As he embarks on a fantastical journey, Medardus grapples with the perilous consequences of his choices, confronting a labyrinthine plot filled with mistaken identities and psychological torment. This novel masterfully explores the eternal conflict between temptation and conscience, delving into the unstable nature of the self and the dark allure of forbidden pleasures. Hoffmann's signature blend of the supernatural and the psychological creates a chilling narrative that questions the very essence of who we are.
Available Editions
paperback
Alma Books
Published Jan 1, 2025
276 pages
ISBN: 9781847495228
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Details
First Published
1815
Language
deu
Translation
From: deu
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