Step into a haunted mountain world where a restless noble seeks power, meaning, and a fateful answer from the dead.
A dramatic poem that unfolds across jagged peaks and shadow-filled halls, Manfred threads supernatural forces and human longing. Spirits, destinies, and a sovereign of fire convene as the title character confronts power, guilt, and the price of knowledge.
- Watch a circle of otherworldly beings offer gifts and warnings, testing what Manfred will accept.
- Follow the perilous journey from a cliff-top incantation to the mysterious halls of Arimanes.
- Feel the atmosphere of gothic mood, intense dialogue, and vivid, perilous imagery.
- Explore questions of immortality, fate, and the line between science and superstition.
Ideal for readers who enjoy dark romantic poetry, mythic visions, and stage-like drama with a mythic scope.
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Excerpt from Manfred: A Dramatic Poem
The imp must be replenish'd, but then It will not burn so long as -i must watch sl'umbers - if I slumber - are not sleep.
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Excerpt from Manfred: A Dramatic Poem
On a throne of rocks, in a robe of clouds, With a diadem of snow. Around his waist are forests braced, But ere it fall, that thundering ball Must pause for my command.
The Glacier's cold and restless mass Moves onward day by day.
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Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the depths of human emotions and the consequences of unbridled ambition through a captivating exploration of the Gothic genre. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Alps, the story follows a protagonist haunted by past actions and consumed by a thirst for knowledge and power beyond human limits. The author masterfully blends elements of Romantic literature with Gothic themes, creating a narrative that is both introspective and thrilling. The protagonist's internal struggle with guilt, despair, and the yearning for redemption is contrasted with his interactions with supernatural forces and the awe-inspiring natural world. Exploring themes of forbidden knowledge, the corrupting influence of power, and the complex relationship between humans and the divine, this book raises profound questions about the human condition. The protagonist's journey becomes a cautionary tale, highlighting the dangers of unchecked ambition and the eternal search for meaning in a world filled with suffering and uncertainty. Ultimately, the book's insights offer a reflection on the limitations of human understanding and the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of darkness and despair. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780243427857_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9780243427857
Cantidad disponible: 15 disponibles