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Step into a haunted mountain world where a restless noble seeks power, meaning, and a fateful answer from the dead.
A dramatic poem that unfolds across jagged peaks and shadow-filled halls, Manfred threads supernatural forces and human longing. Spirits, destinies, and a sovereign of fire convene as the title character confronts power, guilt, and the price of knowledge.
- Watch a circle of otherworldly beings offer gifts and warnings, testing what Manfred will accept.
- Follow the perilous journey from a cliff-top incantation to the mysterious halls of Arimanes.
- Feel the atmosphere of gothic mood, intense dialogue, and vivid, perilous imagery.
- Explore questions of immortality, fate, and the line between science and superstition.
Ideal for readers who enjoy dark romantic poetry, mythic visions, and stage-like drama with a mythic scope.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the depths of human emotions and the consequences of unbridled ambition through a captivating exploration of the Gothic genre. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Alps, the story follows a protagonist haunted by past actions and consumed by a thirst for knowledge and power beyond human limits. The author masterfully blends elements of Romantic literature with Gothic themes, creating a narrative that is both introspective and thrilling. The protagonist's internal struggle with guilt, despair, and the yearning for redemption is contrasted with his interactions with supernatural forces and the awe-inspiring natural world. Exploring themes of forbidden knowledge, the corrupting influence of power, and the complex relationship between humans and the divine, this book raises profound questions about the human condition. The protagonist's journey becomes a cautionary tale, highlighting the dangers of unchecked ambition and the eternal search for meaning in a world filled with suffering and uncertainty. Ultimately, the book's insights offer a reflection on the limitations of human understanding and the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of darkness and despair. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243427857_0
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