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Father Ambrosio, the most pious and venerated monk in all of Madrid, is held as a paragon of virtue. But after 30 years of study and prayer, evil thoughts begin to permeate his mind. As two plots cleverly converge, torture, murder, incest, rape, poison, and magic prevail, sustained by an elegance in the writing of the 19-year-old Matthew Lewis.

Brought to you by Penguin. Ambrosio, the worthy superior of the Capuchins of Madrid, falls to the temptations of Matilda, a fiend-inspired wanton who, disguised as a boy, has entered his monastery as a novice. Ambrosio then falls in love with one of his penitents and finally kills her in order...

Four full-cast dramatisations of classic Gothic novels, plus documentaries exploring the genre’s rise and enduring appeal Dark deeds, dastardly villains, innocent victims and supernatural happenings – these are the terrifying tropes that make up Gothic fiction, a genre that has captured our...

The Monk is a violent tale of ambition, murder, and incest. The great struggle between maintaining monastic vows and fulfilling personal ambitions leads the monk Ambrosio, into temptation and the breaking of his vows, then to sexual obsession and rape, and finally to murder in order to conceal his guilt. Written when Matthew Lewis was only 19, The Monk was criticised when first published in 1796 for its lewdness and impiety, but this criticism only added to its popularity.

Savaged by critics for its supposed profanity and obscenity and bought in large numbers by readers eager to see whether it lived up to its lurid reputation, The Monk became a success due to scandal when it was published in 1796 - not least because its author was a member of parliament and only 20 years old.

Step into the world of Gothic fiction with this often-overlooked classic. The tale centers around Ambrosio, a seemingly devout abbot whose pious exterior conceals a dark inner life filled with lust and indulgence. This novel weaves together a haunting narrative rich with surrealism, euphemisms, and powerful scenes, exploring themes of sexual hysteria and intricate romantic subplots. (Summary by shreyasethi)

Matthew Gregory Lewiss The Monk A Romance weaves a captivating tale of frustrated and unrequited desire between mentor and pupil, enriched by supernatural elements. This narrative is laced with provocative subplots, including themes of rape, torture, and incest, presenting an age-old battle of good versus evil where, intriguingly, evil triumphs. Upon its initial release in 1795, the book garnered acclaim from readers and critics alike, prompting a second edition the following year. However, by the third year, it faced mounting criticism for its perceived immorality. The controversy surrounding...