Melmoth The Wanderer

by Charles Robert MATURIN (1782 - 1824)

Chapter 6, Part 1

Melmoth The Wanderer

One of the first horror novels, it tells the story of Melmoth, who sells his soul so he could have an extended life. Throughout the novel, he wanders around the world in search of someone who would replace him and lift his curse. It is known for its many sub-plots, the true horror it makes one feel, and its criticism of the Catholic church. This is certainly one of the most important books of all times, quoted in countless other works, and praised by authors and critics alike. - Summary by Wikipedia and Stav Nisser.


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Chapter 10 , Chapter 11 , Chapter 12 , Chapter 13 , Chapter 14 , Chapter 15 , Chapter 16 , Chapter 17 , Chapter 18 , Chapter 19 , Chapter 20, Part 1 , Chapter 20, Part 2 , Chapter 21 , Chapter 22 , Chapter 23 , Chapter 24 , Chapter 25 , Chapter 26 , Chapter 27 , Chapter 28, Part 1 , Chapter 28, Part 2 , Chapter 29 , Chapter 30, Part 1 , Chapter 30, Part 2 , Chapter 30, Part 3 , Chapter 30, Part 4 , Chapter 31 , Chapter 32 , Chapter 33 , Chapter 34 , Chapter 35 , Chapter 36 , Chapter 37 , Chapter 38 , Chapter 39 , Chapter 6, Part 2 , Chapter 6, Part 3 , Chapter 6, Part 4 , Chapter 7 , Chapter 8 , Chapter 9