Description: Vathek Author: William Beckford Title: Vathek Description: Ballantine Books, 1971. First printing, June, 1971. Paperback. Very Good condition. Introduction by Lin Carter. "Vathek" is a Gothic novel written by William Beckford, first published in 1786. It tells the story of Caliph Vathek, the ninth caliph of the Abassides, who becomes obsessed with the pursuit of knowledge and power."Vathek" is considered one of the earliest examples of Gothic literature in English and is praised for its lush and atmospheric prose, as well as its vivid portrayal of exotic settings and supernatural elements. It has had a significant influence on subsequent Gothic and fantasy literature. Seller ID: 311310 This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
Price: 53 USD
Location: Grottoes, Virginia
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Author: William Beckford
Publisher: Unknown
Binding: Softcover, Wraps
Language: English
