The Rose And Key V3 (1871) - Le Fanu, Joseph Sheridan
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The Rose and the Key is a novel by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, first published in 1871. It is the third volume in a series of three novels, following The House by the Churchyard and Wylder's Hand. The novel is set in the Irish town of Chapelizod, where a young woman named Rose Hartley is caught up in a web of intrigue and mystery. Rose is the daughter of a wealthy merchant, but she is also a talented artist and a free spirit. When she meets the mysterious and enigmatic Mr. Roderick Westropp, she is drawn into a world of secrets and danger. Westropp is a man with a dark past, and he is determined…mehr

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The Rose and the Key is a novel by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, first published in 1871. It is the third volume in a series of three novels, following The House by the Churchyard and Wylder's Hand. The novel is set in the Irish town of Chapelizod, where a young woman named Rose Hartley is caught up in a web of intrigue and mystery. Rose is the daughter of a wealthy merchant, but she is also a talented artist and a free spirit. When she meets the mysterious and enigmatic Mr. Roderick Westropp, she is drawn into a world of secrets and danger. Westropp is a man with a dark past, and he is determined to use Rose's talents to further his own agenda. As Rose becomes more deeply involved with Westropp, she discovers that he is not the only one with secrets to hide. The novel is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and revenge, set against the backdrop of Victorian Ireland. With its vivid characters, intricate plot, and atmospheric setting, The Rose and the Key is a classic of Gothic literature.In Three Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Autorenporträt
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu (1814-73) was a prolific Irish author celebrated for his compelling Gothic tales, gripping mystery novels, and spine-chilling horror fiction. Among his notable works are Uncle Silas, Carmilla, and The House by the Churchyard. Literary scholar Jack Sullivan calls Le Fanu "one of the most important and innovative figures in the development of the ghost story." Le Fanu's literary legacy is marked by his profound contributions to the evolution of horror and fantastic/supernatural fiction, leaving an indelible mark on the genre with his masterful storytelling and macabre imagination.