William Beckford
William Thomas Beckford was an English novelist, art critic, planter and politician. He was reputed at one stage to be England's richest commoner.
The History of Caliph Vathek
Driven by insatiable desires, a powerful ruler embarks on a perilous quest for forbidden knowledge, leading him into a shadowy world of enchantment and terror.
By William Beckford
Italy; with sketches of Spain and Portugal
Embark on a journey of self-discovery across Europe, where vibrant cultures and historical wonders ignite a longing for tranquility amidst the chaos of a bygone era.
By William Beckford
Vathek; An Arabian Tale
A pleasure-seeking Caliph's thirst for forbidden knowledge leads him down a treacherous path filled with supernatural dangers and tempting secrets.
By William Beckford
Dreams, Waking Thoughts, and Incidents
Embark on an 18th-century journey through Europe as one man's travels and observations intertwine with his vivid dreams and longing for home.
By William Beckford