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History of the Caliph Vathek

History of the Caliph Vathek

By: Alexander Baltzly Frederick Adams Woods
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 Step into the dark and captivating world of one of the earliest Gothic novels. The Caliph Vathek tells the tale of Vathek, a man of immense wealth and power, yet his insatiable thirst for forbidden knowledge drives him further into moral decay. With the sinister influence of his depraved mother, Carathis, Vathek embarks on a treacherous journey that not only endangers himself but also damns those around him. Join us as we explore this haunting narrative of ambition and consequence. (Introduction by MorganScorpion)Copyright History & Horror Collections Social Sciences World
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  • 12 - History of the Caliph Vathek by William Beckford

    12 - History of the Caliph Vathek by William Beckford
    Sep 3 2025
    Step into the dark and captivating world of one of the earliest Gothic novels. The Caliph Vathek tells the tale of Vathek, a man of immense wealth and power, yet his insatiable thirst for forbidden knowledge drives him further into moral decay. With the sinister influence of his depraved mother, Carathis, Vathek embarks on a treacherous journey that not only endangers himself but also damns those around him. Join us as we explore this haunting narrative of ambition and consequence. (Introduction by MorganScorpion)
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    27 mins
  • 11 - History of the Caliph Vathek by William Beckford

    11 - History of the Caliph Vathek by William Beckford
    Sep 3 2025
    Step into the dark and captivating world of one of the earliest Gothic novels. The Caliph Vathek tells the tale of Vathek, a man of immense wealth and power, yet his insatiable thirst for forbidden knowledge drives him further into moral decay. With the sinister influence of his depraved mother, Carathis, Vathek embarks on a treacherous journey that not only endangers himself but also damns those around him. Join us as we explore this haunting narrative of ambition and consequence. (Introduction by MorganScorpion)
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    20 mins
  • 10 - History of the Caliph Vathek by William Beckford

    10 - History of the Caliph Vathek by William Beckford
    Sep 3 2025
    Step into the dark and captivating world of one of the earliest Gothic novels. The Caliph Vathek tells the tale of Vathek, a man of immense wealth and power, yet his insatiable thirst for forbidden knowledge drives him further into moral decay. With the sinister influence of his depraved mother, Carathis, Vathek embarks on a treacherous journey that not only endangers himself but also damns those around him. Join us as we explore this haunting narrative of ambition and consequence. (Introduction by MorganScorpion)
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    19 mins
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