Nightmare Abbey
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Language: EnglishPublished:
Authors:
- Peacock, Thomas Love
1785 - 1866
About this book
In an era marked by burgeoning Romanticism, "Nightmare Abbey" by Thomas Love Peacock delves into the turbulent minds of its characters, reflecting the anxieties of a generation grappling with existential dread. Set within the eerie confines of the Abbey, the novel introduces readers to Mr. Christopher Glowry and his disillusioned son Scythrop, who embody the struggle between idealism and despair. This satirical tale critiques the gothic conventions of the time while exploring themes of melancholy and the quest for meaning. Ideal for students and literary enthusiasts, "Nightmare Abbey" invites readers to ponder the complexities of human emotion and the absurdities of life, making it a compelling study of early 19th-century thought.
