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Nightmare Abbey

Nightmare Abbey

By: Thomas Love Peacock
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 Step into the eerie world of Nightmare Abbey, where a dreary mansion on the British coast serves as the backdrop for a host of characters with a dim view of humanity. Among its inhabitants, some revel in their disdain for the human race while others advocate for chaos as the pinnacle of creativity. Enter Scythrop, the young master of this gloomy estate, who finds himself ensnared by not one, but two enchanting women. With a name that honors a forebear who succumbed to lifes monotony, Scythrop is about to discover that sometimes, too much of a good thing can lead to unexpected chaos! Written as a sharp satire by Thomas Love Peacock, this tale is rich with clever allusions and whimsical language. Embrace the farcical nature of the narrative and get ready for an entertaining journey! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)Copyright Comedy and Fairy Tales
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  • 015 - Chapter 15

    015 - Chapter 15
    Nov 22 2025
    Step into the eerie world of Nightmare Abbey, where a dreary mansion on the British coast serves as the backdrop for a host of characters with a dim view of humanity. Among its inhabitants, some revel in their disdain for the human race while others advocate for chaos as the pinnacle of creativity. Enter Scythrop, the young master of this gloomy estate, who finds himself ensnared by not one, but two enchanting women. With a name that honors a forebear who succumbed to lifes monotony, Scythrop is about to discover that sometimes, too much of a good thing can lead to unexpected chaos! Written as a sharp satire by Thomas Love Peacock, this tale is rich with clever allusions and whimsical language. Embrace the farcical nature of the narrative and get ready for an entertaining journey! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)
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    8 mins
  • 014 - Chapter 14

    014 - Chapter 14
    Nov 21 2025
    Step into the eerie world of Nightmare Abbey, where a dreary mansion on the British coast serves as the backdrop for a host of characters with a dim view of humanity. Among its inhabitants, some revel in their disdain for the human race while others advocate for chaos as the pinnacle of creativity. Enter Scythrop, the young master of this gloomy estate, who finds himself ensnared by not one, but two enchanting women. With a name that honors a forebear who succumbed to lifes monotony, Scythrop is about to discover that sometimes, too much of a good thing can lead to unexpected chaos! Written as a sharp satire by Thomas Love Peacock, this tale is rich with clever allusions and whimsical language. Embrace the farcical nature of the narrative and get ready for an entertaining journey! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)
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    8 mins
  • 013 - Chapter 13

    013 - Chapter 13
    Nov 20 2025
    Step into the eerie world of Nightmare Abbey, where a dreary mansion on the British coast serves as the backdrop for a host of characters with a dim view of humanity. Among its inhabitants, some revel in their disdain for the human race while others advocate for chaos as the pinnacle of creativity. Enter Scythrop, the young master of this gloomy estate, who finds himself ensnared by not one, but two enchanting women. With a name that honors a forebear who succumbed to lifes monotony, Scythrop is about to discover that sometimes, too much of a good thing can lead to unexpected chaos! Written as a sharp satire by Thomas Love Peacock, this tale is rich with clever allusions and whimsical language. Embrace the farcical nature of the narrative and get ready for an entertaining journey! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)
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    16 mins
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