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📱 eBook en inglés VATHEK

Occult Classic

DIGICAT - 8596547002130

Narrativa fantástica

Sinopsis de VATHEK

William Beckfords "Vathek" is a lavishly crafted novel that intertwines elements of Gothic fiction and Orientalism, offering readers a fantastical journey into the mind of its eponymous protagonist, Caliph Vathek. Set in a mythical version of the Middle East, the novel recounts Vatheks insatiable quest for knowledge and divine power, leading him to engage in dark pacts and ultimately face his own ruin. The narrative is marked by vivid imagery and richly descriptive prose, reflecting Beckfords fascination with the supernatural and the exotic, amidst a backdrop of late 18th-century European Enlightenment and Romanticism, which questioned conventional values of reason and morality. Beckford, a prominent British writer and eccentric aristocrat, was influenced by his experiences traveling through Europe and the Middle East, as well as his diverse interests in art, architecture, and philosophy. His unique background—being the son of a wealthy plantation owner and developing a passion for literature at an early age—shaped his imaginative storytelling. Not only was Beckford inspired by the tales from Arabian Nights, but he also imbued his work with a personal sense of existential dread and enlightenment, making "Vathek" a reflection of his own tumultuous inner world. I highly recommend "Vathek" to readers who are captivated by richly woven narratives that explore the darker side of ambition and spirituality. This novel serves as a bridge between Gothic literature and Oriental mystique, making it a compelling read for those interested in the complexities of human desires and the consequences of transgression. Beckfords innovative approach will resonate with lovers of literature seeking a deep and thought-provoking journey into a realm where the boundaries of morality and the supernatural blur.

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Editorial: Digicat

ISBN: 8596547002130

Idioma: Inglés

Fecha de lanzamiento: 25/05/2022

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Escrito por William Beckford


(1760-1844), escritor, crítico y diletante inglés, fue un rico heredero cuya inmensa fortuna le permitió dedicarse al coleccionismo de arte, la arquitectura y la literatura. De vida algo disoluta, son especialmente valorados sus ensayos de viaje por Europa y su novela Vathek, considerada universalmente un clásico de la novela gótica. Tras un breve paso por el Parlamento, Beckford se dedicó a construir Fonthill Abbey, una abadía personal dentro de su propiedad. En us últimos años dilapidó su fortuna, que pasó de un millón de libras a menos de 80.000.
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