Vathek; An Arabian Tale by William Beckford
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Beckford, William, 1760-1844
English
"Vathek; An Arabian Tale" by William Beckford is a Gothic novel composed in French beginning in 1782 and first published in English in 1786. The story follows Vathek, a tyrannical ninth caliph consumed by insatiable thirst for forbidden knowledge. When a mysterious stranger offers him access to the legendary Palace of Underground Fire and its super...
leads him toward Istakhr and a fate that promises either ultimate power or eternal damnation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Nancy Hill
5 months agoMake no mistake, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. Highly recommended for everyone.
Jackson Gonzalez
5 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because it provides a comprehensive overview that is perfect for students and experts alike. A solid resource I will return to often.
Ethan Baker
1 month agoAs someone who reads a lot, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. A perfect companion for a quiet weekend.
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Richard Clark
5 months agoAt first glance, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. Don't hesitate to download this.