"The Monk: A Romance" by M. G. (Matthew Gregory) Lewis is a gothic story about a well-respected monk named Ambrosio whose strong beliefs are put to the test when he meets new people like Antonia and the secretive Rosario. The story kicks off in a busy church where everyone is excited to hear Ambrosio's sermon. Amidst the gathering, Antonia captures the eyes of Lorenzo and Don Christoval, while Rosario becomes friends with Ambrosio. The start suggests we're going to see Ambrosio struggle with tough moral problems as temptation pulls him away from his religious commitments, setting the stage for his downfall.
The Monk: A Romance
By M. G. (Matthew Gregory) Lewis
Temptation and hidden desires corrupt a revered monk, leading him down a dark path of moral decay.
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1996-07-01
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About the AuthorMatthew Gregory Lewis was an English novelist and dramatist, whose writings are often classified as "Gothic horror". He was frequently referred to as "Monk" Lewis, because of the success of his 1796 Gothic novel The Monk. He also worked as a diplomat, politician and an estate owner in Jamaica.
Matthew Gregory Lewis was an English novelist and dramatist, whose writings are often classified as "Gothic horror". He was frequently referred to as "Monk" Lewis, because of the success of his 1796 Gothic novel The Monk. He also worked as a diplomat, politician and an estate owner in Jamaica.
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