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The Monk by Matthew Lewis

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The Monk
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Publisher: eBooks@Adelaide
ISBN/ASIN: 1440422621
Number of pages: 442

Description:
Ambrosio, a pious, well-respected monk in Spain, is lustfully tempted by his pupil, Matilda, a woman who has disguised herself as a monk. Having satisfied himself with her, he is overcome with carnal desire for the innocent Antonia. With the help of Matilda, who is actually Satan in disguise, Ambrosio seduces Antonia, a seduction that would ultimately lead to his downfall. Recognized as one of the first novels of the gothic genre.

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