The Monk [Recorded Books Edition]

Published in 1796, "The Monk" by Matthew Lewis unfolds the harrowing journey of Ambrosio, a Capuchin superior whose moral decay begins with temptations from a disguised girl and spirals into depravity through sorcery, murder, and torture. Initially met with scandal and criticism, the novel became a Gothic classic for its provocative exploration of the intersection of erotic desire and moral transgression. This edition, rooted in the original text, includes an introduction by Christopher MacLachlan discussing its significance within the Gothic genre.