Zofloya, ou Le maure, histoire du XVe siecle. T1

Name: Zofloya, ou Le maure, histoire du XVe siecle. T1
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ISBN: 9782016155523

✍️ Charlotte Dacre

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A preserved 1812 gothic novel by Charlotte Dacre featuring a demonic Moor.

This edition offers a faithful reproduction of Charlotte Dacre’s work, Zofloya, or The Moor. Translated by Mme de Viterne, the text captures the essence of early nineteenth-century horror fiction. The narrative follows the interactions between human protagonists and the titular Moor, exploring themes of corruption and supernatural influence. Published as part of a heritage conservation project by Hachette Livre and the BNF, this volume ensures that historically significant but previously unavailable texts remain accessible. It provides insight into the intellectual climate of its time, reflecting ideas that might be viewed differently today while maintaining their historical value.

Key Themes

supernatural fiction gothic romance demonic influence

Literary Context

This work originates from 1812 England but is preserved here through a French heritage initiative. It represents early gothic literature, translated into French and reprinted by Hachette Livre in partnership with the BNF to maintain access to historically significant texts that reflect the intellectual currents of their era.

Difficulty

●●● Challenging

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🏛 Hachette Livre Bnf 📅 2018 📖 238 pages 🌐 non-English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9782016155523

📝 Description: Zofloya, ou Le maure, histoire du XVe siecle. T1

Charlotte Dacre’s Zofloya, or The Moor, a romance of the fifteenth century, presents a dark narrative translated by Mme de Viterne. This edition, published by Hachette Livre in collaboration with the BNF, preserves a work from that era which explores gothic and supernatural themes through the lens of its time. The text reflects intellectual currents characteristic of the early nineteenth century, offering readers a glimpse into historical French literary preservation efforts. The story centers on Zofloya, a Moorish figure who influences events during the fifteenth century. Dacre, known for her contributions to horror and gothic fiction, crafts a tale that challenges moral boundaries. The narrative structure follows the conventions of romance while delving into the supernatural interactions between human characters and demonic entities. This volume serves as part of a broader initiative to make unavailable titles accessible again, ensuring that significant historical works remain available for study. This book suits readers interested in early gothic literature, historical translations, and the evolution of horror tropes. It may not appeal to those seeking modern psychological depth or contemporary narrative styles. The edition provides a direct window into the past without editorial alteration, allowing the original voice of Dacre to remain intact. Readers will find a stark example of how supernatural fiction was constructed in the early 1800s, grounded in the specific cultural and literary contexts of its time.

💎 Our verdict on Zofloya, ou Le maure, histoire du XVe siecle. T1

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Horror Reads editorial team

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Charlotte Dacre’s Zofloya offers a compelling, albeit dated, exploration of demonic corruption within a fifteenth-century setting. The text faithfully reproduces the original voice, allowing readers to engage with early nineteenth-century horror conventions without editorial interference. While it lacks the nuanced psychological depth of modern works, its value lies in its historical authenticity and stark portrayal of supernatural influence. This edition is best suited for academics and die-hard Gothic enthusiasts who appreciate the raw, unpolished nature of early horror fiction. It provides a necessary context for understanding the genre's development, making it a vital resource for those studying the lineage of dark fantasy and gothic romance.

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Why this book is worth reading

This volume is essential for scholars and enthusiasts of early Gothic fiction who seek to understand the evolution of horror tropes before they were codified by later Victorian writers. Readers interested in the historical preservation of literary heritage will appreciate this direct window into the past, offering an unaltered view of Dacre’s dark narrative style. It suits those curious about the intersection of romance and the supernatural in the early nineteenth century, providing insight into how moral boundaries were challenged through demonic interactions. Those seeking a stark, authentic glimpse into the intellectual climate of the period, rather than modern psychological depth, will find value in its historical significance and its role in making previously unavailable titles accessible for study.

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Horror Reads editorial team

Charlotte Dacre’s Zofloya offers a compelling, albeit dated, exploration of demonic corruption within a fifteenth-century setting. The text faithfully reproduces the original voice, allowing readers to engage with early nineteenth-century horror conventions without editorial interference. While it lacks the nuanced psychological depth of modern works, its value lies in its historical authenticity and stark portrayal of supernatural influence. This edition is best suited for academics and die-hard Gothic enthusiasts who appreciate the raw, unpolished nature of early horror fiction. It provides a necessary context for understanding the genre's development, making it a vital resource for those studying the lineage of dark fantasy and gothic romance.