9781528722735 - Clara Reeve's The Old English Baron  - Clara Reeve
9781528722735 - Clara Reeve's The Old English Baron  - Clara Reeve
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Clara Reeve’s The Old English Baron 

In this enthralling gothic novel, Clara Reeve takes the foundation laid by Horace Walpole’s The Castle of Otranto and crafts a unique narrative set against the backdrop of medieval England.

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Author

Clara Reeve

Imprint

Fantasy and Horror Classics

Series

Mothers of the Macabre

Categories

Gothic Fiction

Horror & Ghost Stories

Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror

Fiction

ISBN

9781528722735, 9781528798860

Formats Available

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Pages

180

Publication Date

12 September 2023

Dimensions 5.5 × 8.5 in

In this enthralling gothic novel, Clara Reeve takes the foundation laid by Horace Walpole’s The Castle of Otranto and crafts a unique narrative set against the backdrop of medieval England.

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. Breathing new life into the gothic horror genre, The Old English Baron serves as a compelling rewrite of the influential classic, The Castle of Otranto (1764). First published in 1777, Clara Reeve’s masterful storytelling pays homage to Walpole’s, while infusing the narrative with realism and her own distinct vision. Through atmospheric settings, complex characters, and intricate plotlines, this volume stands as a testament to the enduring allure of gothic literature.

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